The main goal of the eduroam network (Education Roaming) is to provide the academic community with a wireless network service available between participating institutions.
The challenges of the RCTS: 33 years of history
The general coordinator of the Unit FCCN, João Nuno Ferreira, reflects on the history and future of the national education and research network (RCTS), highlighting the strategic role of this structure in the work carried out by the communities it serves.
The 5 reasons why GigaPix improves your browsing
The Internet Exchange Point (IXP) provided by Unidade FCCN, has a direct impact on Internet use in Portugal. Find out how.
eduVPN - Secure remote access for staff and students
eduVPN is a VPN service developed by GÉANT for the international research and education community and promoted in Portugal by FCCN.
"GigaPix improves Internet quality in Portugal"
Pedro Lorga, manager of the networks area of the communications service of the Unit FCCN, reveals that: "The more developed GigaPix is, the more the Internet user in Portugal will benefit".
"No one anticipated a success like eduroam's"
It was in 2002 that Klaas Wierenga had the idea that would result in the creation of eduroam and would mark the future of European connectivity.
eduGAIN - Promoting collaboration and access to online services
eduGAIN connects around 30 million students, researchers and teachers around the world. Learn about the advantages of joining this confederative service.
GigaPIX boosts capacity
Growth in traffic and in the number of members connected to GigaPIX leads to the reinforcement of the interconnection capacity of the various technical rooms made available.
EllaLink's transatlantic submarine cable anchored in Portugal
Fiber optic cable with cutting-edge technology connecting Portugal and Latin America has already reached Sines. Project is possible thanks to the decisive role of the education and research community.
Leading the Digital Decade 2021
The event that will answer the questions: What is the digital future of Europe? What are the 2030 goals for digital transformation? How to make sure we will reach the goals?
FCCN challenges Portuguese students to TNC21
Higher Education students will be able to submit a proposal for a presentation at the most prestigious annual conference of European academic networks: the TNC21.
Scientific Computing Days 2021
Annual meeting point for the higher education and research community.