What is the difference between the UMASS-SECURE1X and UMASS SSIDs?
The main difference is security. UMASS-SECURE1X uses 802.1x authentication and encryption, which adds a layer of security to your connection. In addition, you can configure your UMASS-SECURE1X connection to log-in automatically every time you start your computer. UMASS is the unencrypted, less secure, way to connect to the wireless network. To connect, you must log in through a Web browser with your NetID and password. OIT will slowly be restricting the use of the UMASS SSID.
