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How-to Guides

Common setup and access links for CS resources

Create a CS account

Start here if you need a computer science department account for the first time. You will need this to access CS machines, department-managed services, and other account-based tools used in classes and projects.

CS Account Portal

How to SSH into a CS machine

Use this if you want terminal access to a CS machine from your own laptop or desktop. It is the most common starting point for working remotely on department systems.

Official W&M SSH Guide

Remote access for CS accounts

This page covers additional remote access options beyond standard SSH, including cases where you need a fuller remote desktop style setup to use CS resources off campus.

Professor-Made Remote Access Guide

CS Support tutorials

Browse this for troubleshooting help, setup walkthroughs, and answers to common department tech issues before emailing support or asking around.

CS Support Tutorials

Request an HPC account

Use this if you need access to William & Mary research computing resources or cluster infrastructure for coursework, research, or larger compute-heavy projects.

Official W&M HPC Request Form