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The UVa Hive

Virtualized Access to Specialized Software from Anywhere

The UVa Hive: Accessing Software Virtually

Through the Hive, ITS provides the UVa community with a way to access specialized software programs from virtually anywhere, via the Internet.

The Hive uses a method called VMware to deliver the software you need to you, on your own computer, in your dorm room, apartment, or library, for free! This means:

  • No need to purchase expensive software licenses, and
  • No need to go somewhere and wait to use a public computer with a certain application on it.

To Use the UVa Hive

  1. Follow instructions to get connected to the Hive.
  2. Use your personal computer(s) to access the specialized software programs you need for your courses. (Pay special attention to the restrictions on some software packages.)

  Page Updated: 2012-02-17

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