*Note: Information Technology Policies are in the process of review and will be updated throughout the year* 

Interim policy as of 2001

Introduction

The data communications network of Oklahoma State University (OSU) exists to facilitate the research, education and outreach missions of the University. It provides electronic capabilities that allow OSU faculty, staff and students to access information, share data, collaborate, and communicate. Computing Information Services manages the network and is responsible for its secure and effective operation. CIS staff responsibilities include maintaining the network, and planning and implementing network growth.

OSU Data Communications Network Components

Listed below are the critical components that make up the Data Communications Network at OSU:

Access-Layer Network Infrastructure

Network wiring and electronics (network switches and/or hubs) in OSU buildings that interconnect OSU's computers and other devices.

Wireless Network Allocated Frequency Range

Radiowave spectrum used as the medium for wireless network access at OSU.

Network Backbone and Building Switches

Top-level network switches/routers in each building and the core OSU network backbone that connect OSU building networks together and to off-campus networks.

Wide Area Network

Wide Area Network (WAN) that connects distributed portions of the OSU network.

Connections to Regional and National Networks (OneNet)

OneNet is Oklahoma's telecommunications and information network for education and government that allos for off-campus connections to the Internet. OneNet is a division of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and is operated in cooperation with the Oklahoma Office of State Finance.

Core Network Services

Services required for daily network operations (Domain Name Service, boot P, Wins, etc.)