Virginia Tech Modem Pool (VTMP) Disclosure Statement
Though many Virginia Tech Internet subscribers use dial-up modems
for access to e-mail and the World Wide Web, modem technology does
NOT allow full utilization of information services accessible via
the Internet. In particular, modems tend to be less reliable
than dedicated network connections and do not have the capability
to rapidly transfer very large amounts of data or video images.
When comparing the cost to transfer data, dial access is
significantly less efficient than a dedicated network connection.
It is essential that all Virginia Tech modem pool users minimize
their connect time, especially during high-demand evening hours,
to enable cost-effective university-provided modem access to the
Internet and minimize the number of busy signals. Modem access
is designed for occasional, short duration use and is inadequate
to accommodate all data services available via the Internet.
Virginia Tech's low-priced modem pool services are administered, maintained
and billed by Communications Network Services (CNS), a department of the
University. Please note: Inbound modem pool charges cannot be refunded
for difficulties experienced with software, equipment, failure to receive
a bill or non-use of the service. You must notify the appropriate office
if you wish to cancel the service prior to the scheduled deactivation
date. To ensure prompt delivery of your bill, you must also notify the
appropriate office when your address changes. Students should file account
changes with CNS Student Network Services at 120 Student Services Building,
(email: stunet@vt.edu). All other customers
should contact CNS Accounts Receivable, 1770 Forecast Drive (email: cnsar@vt.edu).
Remember: A modem account does NOT guarantee quick access. Modems are presently the readily available alternative to
the technically preferred high-speed access available via network or fiber optic connections. Some area apartment
complexes offer Ethernet connections. We encourage modem users to investigate this and other high-speed alternatives,
where available.
Please read through Virginia Tech's Acceptable
Use Standard for using
university systems.
Instituted: January 1995; Revised August 1999
