Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Where is WPI's Access Grid Node?: The WPI Access Grid is located in Morgan Hall.
How do I access the node, or schedule a meeting?: See the Events section.
What do I need to do as a user of the AG node?: For scheduling you need to complete the request form. For hints on how to run an effective AG meeting see User Hints.
Who can use the node?: The Access Grid node is open to the entire WPI community, and the technical portion of the meeting is handled by a WPI Node Operator.
Who designed the Access Grid?: The Access Grid was designed in the Futures Lab of Argonne National Laboratory and early adopters in the Department of Energy Laboratories and academic institutions developed the first version of Access Grid technology.
How many people can be on the grid at one time?: There have been meetings with as many at 17 sites attending.
How do you control what you see?: The view of other sites that you see on the screen is controlled by the Node Operator, and generally varies from site to site.

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Last modified: May 08, 2003, 10:57 EDT