Wi-Fi wireless networking has become a popular method of Internet connectivity and UCR is proud to have adopted and adapted this great technology for the UCR community. With nearly 500 wireless access points, UCR has an extensive and robust wireless network.

While the Wi-FI wireless network went 'live' in 2001 for students, staff, and faculty, it is constantly expanding and improving to better serve the UCR community.

Wherever you see this sign displayed on campus
Wireless Network coverage exists

What does Wi-FI mean to you at UCR? No more reliance on wired Internet connections. With a laptop and a wireless adapter, you can escape the confines of the dorm room or the office. You can work freely with Internet access while you drink coffee in the commons, take notes during lecture, or give a presentation in a conference room.

Whether you are a student, staff, or faculty member, Computing and Communications is sure that you will find the use of wireless networking to be a convenient and important tool for your work at UCR.