(Please note that you will comply with CERN Computing Rules whenever using or accessing CERN's or School's computing infrastructure.)
During the school you will be using online platforms but additional software needs to be installed on your system.
Minimum Laptop Requirements
Here are the the minimum requirements for your system:
- Web browser
- SSH client
Activation of required CERN services
CERN online platforms used during the school require addtional services activation.
After your CERN account is activated please visit Resources Portal and subscribe to following services:
- LXPLUS and Linux (Linux and LxPlus services)
- EOS/CERNBox (EOS/CERNBox storage)
If the system asks to choose a computing group while activating above services, not proposing one by default: please choose the 'it' group.
Frequently Asked Questions
The following frequently asked questions (FAQ) will give you all the information you need.
How to install SSH client?
Linux and MacOS X systems come with ssh client packages preinstalled on the system, for Microsoft Windows follow instructions to install OpenSSH.
How do I authenticate to online school services?
You may have an active CERN lightweight/e-mail/EduGain/social account that you did use in order to register for this school. For all school online activities please use your CERN account in order to authenticate.
Other questions
For any other questions please contact CSC technical manager or ask them directly during the school.
