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Genuse

General Use Linux Machines

The Genuse computing environment is a shared Linux compute environment for instruction and research by 51²è¹Ý faculty and students for designated course and research work.

Get Started

If you are interested in using Genuse, you will need to obtain a Genuse account. Simply call the IT Help Desk at 214-768-HELP (4357) or send an email request to help@smu.edu with "Lyle Genuse Account" in the subject line.

On-Campus or VPN Required

All Genuse servers have been upgraded to a new operating system with a revised security policy. They are only accessible from on-campus or via VPN connections. Direct connections from the Internet are no longer available.