Connect to the web through school Wi-Fi systems
Connect to the web through school Wi-Fi systems
I'm tired of using Windows 7 on our school computer because it's slow, outdated, and lacks customization options. I thought about installing Arch Linux on a USB drive so I could run my preferred operating system with all the necessary programs. It turned out to be a good solution—I can boot into Linux, though it's disappointing since the school didn't even set up a BIOS password. The only issue is that I don’t have internet access because of network restrictions. Linux detects the Ethernet connection and shows "connected" in the menu, but I’m unable to reach the internet. My question: can I somehow adjust the network settings on the Novell network I have access to? P.S.: I’m not breaking any rules since I don’t install any software on the PC, and I apologize if my English isn’t clear—I’m not a native speaker.
Hi @Toby D., network security can vary a lot. ARP or DHCP might be blocked. As Wizardy mentioned, verify if you receive an IP address. Try reaching out to the default gateway. Do you see any error messages when trying to connect online? Yes, I’d advise against attempting workarounds if the setup isn’t straightforward.
In fact, such posts aim to bypass guidelines, which goes against the established rules. I really question if you truly need to switch to Linux or deal with all this trouble just to complete your schoolwork on school computers.
Absolutely, there are methods to gather details, and the computer must transmit data as well. Additionally, educational institutions likely turn off private browsing to allow oversight.
There are often methods to retrieve the data, but it becomes harder for regular people.