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Why Node 4? In 1969, the University of Utah’s Computer Science Department became the fourth node of ARPANET, the world's first packet-switching computer network and precursor of today’s internet.

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CAMPUS VIGNETTE

A patron selects a can of perishable food at the Feed U Food Pantry. (Photo courtesy of Office of Advancement)

Feed U Pantry provides healthy food in a pinch

Since 2014, the Feed U Food Pantry, located on the basement level of the A. Ray Olpin Union building, has provided a safety net for U students, their families, faculty, and staff in need of nourishing, nonperishable food. Patrons just have to provide a valid UCard and self-report that they meet federal poverty income guidelines.

IT SECURITY TIP

A black restart icon on top of a rectangle made up of dozens of squares of various shades of blue, rotated slightly to the left.

Yes, it's good to restart your devices

Device software, including operating systems and applications, needs regular updates. It’s a good idea to restart your devices on a regular basis to ensure updates are applied (yes, you will need to close all 50 browser tabs). Rebooting also helps to improve system performance. 

Last Updated: 7/2/25