Wireless

At BU, there are two methods of connecting to wireless internet depending on your needs and affiliation:

• eduroam: This wireless network connection is available to all BU staff, faculty and students. It is also available for guests whose institutions participate in the eduroam wireless network.
• BU Guest: An unencrypted network for guests to use when visiting BU campuses.

Support Policy

MET IT is responsible for the following:

• Assisting users with connecting to the wireless network
• Troubleshooting wireless network connection issues

Long-Term Guest Access

If you are visiting BU for an extended period and need access to the eduroam network for security, a member from the MET department you are being sponsored by may request an Affiliate account for you.

Affiliate accounts can be created by completing the forms on the Affiliate Accounts support page.

Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

May I use a personal hotspot instead of BU Guest to connect to the internet?

No; personal hotspots are currently prohibited on BU campus as they interfere with network traffic.