Infrastructure Advisory Team

Active Directory Management

Active Directory is a directory service developed by Microsoft in order to deliver a directory-based architecture for domain resources such as authentication, security, management, and client resources. AD provides a central, replicated, and secure database of said resources in order to deliver a robust and comprehensive solution to the demands of Information Technology.

Citrix

OASIS provides web accessible applications. This service allows users in the College to run certain software titles without the need to install them locally.

Patch Management

Patch management is the process of controlling the deployment of both application and operating system patches and updates throughout the organization. It is necessary to maintain a stable, efficient, secure, and up to date infrastructure in order to overcome security vulnerabilities and intrusion attacks. Patch management is also necessary to overcome these security concerns in order to protect the organization’s intellectual property and production environment.

VPN Service

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) provides an encrypted connection (secure tunnel) from outside networks or Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to the UNC-Chapel Hill internal network. UNC has installed a Cisco VPN concentrator that allows authorized users to access network resources from off campus using an ISP dial-in, DSL or cable modem service with Onyen authentication. You can work securely, just as if you were physically on campus.