UW Tacoma students have several options to get software and hardware, sometimes at free or reduced cost through UWare. This includes:
UW Tacoma Information Technology (IT) serves faculty, students, and staff by providing access to innovative technologies, resources, platforms, and state-of-the-art computing and media facilities, as well as strategic partnerships to create an environment conducive to teaching and learning. We are committed to providing these tools in an inclusive, and equitable environment.
UW Tacoma IT offers consultation and support on accessing:
UW Bothell students have several options to get software and hardware, sometimes at free or reduced cost, including:
UW Bothell IT supports educational technology so students can become successful learners online and in the classroom. Services include:
UW students on the Seattle campus can access free, or reduced cost, computer software and hardware. This includes:
Eduroam is a secure, encrypted Wi-Fi network available at the UW, and the preferred Wi-Fi connection method for UW students, faculty and staff.
Eduroam (“education roaming”) is a global wireless network access service for research and education that allows users from the UW to securely access the Internet from any eduroam-enabled institution throughout the world, including the UW. In addition, eduroam provides visitors from participating institutions access to the UW’s wireless network and the Internet, without needing guest credentials or additional configuration by the user or the UW.
UW-IT’s UW NetID service enables the creation and management of trustworthy online credentials so that UW faculty, staff, students, applicants, researchers, and members of affiliated organizations can identify themselves to online systems and applications. UW NetIDs are used for authentication, accounts, email addresses, and other purposes where unique identification and identifiers are required. Different types of UW NetIDs support different needs, including personal, shared, temporary and admin UW NetIDs.
UW Information Technology (UW-IT) provides computing and information technology services to help students build a successful academic career. The information below will help you navigate the variety of resources available to you. Also, check with your academic program’s IT staff for additional recommendations and guidelines.
Services include: