Documentation - File Transfer
Harper
NSIT runs harper, a multi-user interactive use server. From harper, you can access email, read newsgroups, create and print documents, transfer files, surf the web, and many other tasks, all from the powerful Unix command line (and it's associated programs). If you'd like to learn more about Unix, stop by our Unix documentation.
Please note: NSIT is no longer creating new accounts on harper. Individuals claiming or re-establishing their CNetID after the end of May will be unable to access harper.
Working on Harper
These articles describe how to log in and work on harper.
- Logging Into Harper - logging into harper
- Backing up Files on Harper - utilizing tar and gzip to back up your files on harper
- Dealing with Your Harper Quota - getting back under your harper quota if you go over it
- FAQ - Frequently asked questions
home.uchicago.edu
home.uchicago.edu, a space on University servers for your personal home page.
Getting started
- Creating your home.uchicago.edu account - a brief walkthrough to help you claim your space
- How to upload your files to your home.uchicago.edu:
Windows XP or Mac OS X.
- FAQ - a list of frequently asked questions about home.uchicago.edu.
In-depth Info
- The University of Chicago's Eligility and Acceptable Use Policy (EAUP).
SFTP
On this page you'll find the documentation for our recommended SFTP clients. Both recommended clients are available from the NSIT Connectivity Package.
Windows 2000/XP/Vista: WinSCP
Documentation for the NSIT Connectivity Package's secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) client for Windows:
- SFTP Quickstart - a quick introduction to the WinSCP SFTP Client
- SFTP Walk-Through - a brief walk-through for the WinSCP SFTP Client
Mac OS X: Fugu
Documentation for the NSIT Connectivity Package's secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) client for the Mac:
- SFTP Quickstart - a quick introduction to Fugu
Outside Resources
Several sites offer access to newsgroups through the world wide web.
- Google Groups - in addition to the Internet's best search engine, Google provides web access to a lot of newsgroups through its "Google Groups"
Last updated: 6/23/09