MCLA provides remote access to software using Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). This service allows MCLA students, faculty and staff to access license software typically found in our computer labs 24/7, from anywhere. With the ability to access this system with just a web browser, users can have the flexibility to connect using a tablet, phone, Mac, PC, Chromebook. Users also have the ability to download a more robust Remote Desktop client that provides an optimized experience. Because the process is cloud-based, the experience is identical for all users.
Here is a list of software that is currently available through the AVD service:
*SPSS
*ArcGIS Pro
*Microsoft Excel
*MiniTab
*MiniTab Express
*RavenLite
*R
*R Studio
*Atom
*BIOVia Draw
*MatLab
*Stella Professional
*yEd Graph Editor
*Tableau Reader
*BehavePlus5
==How to Access via Web Browser==
*1. Go to the following address: https://client.wvd.microsoft.com/arm/webclient/
*2. Login with your MCLA Account (A number@mcla.edu)
*3. You will see icons for each course program offered. Open the program you'd like to access.
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*4. The following screen will pop up asking your approval to authorize access to certain local resources.
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*'''Printer:''' Refers to being able to print a document within your virtual desktop to a printer that is connected to your local computer.
*'''Clipboard:''' Refers to copying/pasting text or images.
*'''File Transfer:''' Refers to allowing you to copy files from your local computer to your virtual desktop.
*You can check Don’t ask me again to remember these settings.
*5. Enter your MCLA Account Credentials at the prompt.
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*6. Please wait while the application loads remotely. You can see its status by clicking the 'show details' option.
==How to Access via Remote Desktop App (Optional)==