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What is Patriot Virtual Computing & Labs?

Patriot Virtual Computing and Labs provides faculty, staff, and students with a variety of Windows virtual desktops, allowing access to George Mason software and ensuring secure access to critical systems. These virtual environments can be reached via any PC, Mac, iOS, or Android/ChromeOS device.

Patriot Virtual Computing and Labs includes a standard Mason computer lab image to provide a comprehensive computing environment for completing coursework. This environment features the same software available in a university computer lab.

Additional computing environments can be configured to meet the FAR 52.204-21 basic safeguarding requirements for covered contractor information systems.

Use your NetID and Patriot Pass Password to log into the PVCL.

> Access the PVCL from a browser

> Access via the app

Last modified: July 14, 2025

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