George Mason University’s Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows you to connect to Mason networks as if you were on campus, making access to restricted services possible. To connect to the Patriot Drive from your Linux computer, you must map the drive by following these steps:
Step 1
sudo mount -t cifs -o username=YourNetID //mesa3.mesa.gmu.edu/shared/ /mnt/patriotdrive/
Students, faculty, and staff can receive technical support any time—day or night, on weekends, and even holidays. If you need IT help, call 703-993-8870 anytime or create a request ticket.