1. Get to Know Your “W” Drive
What Is the “W” Drive?
The “W” drive is a server available to Engineering faculty, staff, and students. It provides shared file access across different departments and work groups.
What Are Data Custodians?
Data custodians are those faculty or staff designated to approve access requests to folders on the “W” drive. 
How Often Is “W” Data Backed Up?
Nightly.  Workstation hard disk (C:) files are not backed up, so important information should be saved to “U”, “W” or other server/location.
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