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Reference Library

This page contains links to supplemental computing and networking information.

Newsletters & Articles

Network references

Network Concepts
A basic overview of networking concepts, including guidelines for setting up a simple home network.

Ethernet Auto-sensing and Auto-negotiating
IT Pro article explaining the relevant concepts and details of ethernet auto-sensing and auto-negotiating.

Teaching and Learning with Technology

e-Newsletter Archive and iTeach Archive
CITES Academic Technology Services produces both online and print newsletters. The print newsletter is mailed to all faculty on the Urbana campus.

Academic Technology Articles
CITES Academic Technology Services also produces individual articles on specific topics in the fields of education, learning, and technol ogy.

Research and Reports

Academic Technologies Research
Reports on educational research that has been performed at the Urbana Campus, including information on how to perform research on your own educational processes.

Brownbags & Presentations

"Teaching with Technology" Brownbag Series
A listing of upcoming and recent brownbag presentations.

Academic Technology Services Brownbag Archive
An archive of files and slides used in the Academic Technology Services brownbag series.

Tutorials & Pedagogy

Security Scenarios
Links to a series of common computer security scenarios, containing computer security tips and advice for people in frequently-encountered situation s.

Networking Scenarios
Links to a series of common network connection scenarios.

Teaching Strategies for Using Technology in the Classroom
Modules based on common teaching strategies and practices that succinctly outline how technologies can be used to enhance those practices.