My Workstation

Information for individuals about using their own managed workstation computer.

Using Your Computer Learn about the basics of using a managed workstation computer. If you’re new, start here!
Software Explore the software options available through your managed workstation’s software center, and discover how to download new software to your computer.
Using Outlook Learn how to configure and use email and calendaring applications on your managed workstation.
Managing Your Browser Bookmarks How to automatically backup your browser bookmarks to the cloud.
Printing Find information on using a printer with your managed workstation and options for support .
Mac Support What you need to know about using a Mac with the managed workstation service.
Add a Shared Mailbox In Outlook Learn how to add a shared Exchange mailbox as an additional mailbox in Outlook.

Connecting remotely Learn how to access your managed workstation from wherever you have a strong internet connection.
Managed Workstation VPN Find steps on how to configure and use the MWS VPN to connect securely to the UW Network from off-campus.

Online File Storage A guide to many of the file storage options available for you to use with your managed workstation
- File Service Comparison A handy chart comparing various file service offerings
Managed Workstation File Service More information on the Home Directory H: and I: drives that come preinstalled on your managed workstation.
Recovering Files Learn how to restore backed up files on the H: and I: Drives.
Mapping Drives A guide on how to access the H: and I: drives on non-managed workstations.

Security Keep your managed workstation safe, secure and virus free with these security basics.
LastPass Learn how to securely manage your passwords with ease using LastPass
Malware Infections What to do if your computer becomes infected with malware
Admin Access How to add administrators to your managed workstation.

Windows Updates Learn more about how Windows and MWS keeps your computer up-to-date.