Logging in to WebBoard
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Note: Illustrations used in the following directions may look slightly different for the board that you will be using. Board managers have the option to customize the look and feel of their board. Regardless of the customization, basic functionality remains the same.
If you just want to browse the conferences without posting messages or participating in chat, you should log in as a guest. To do so, click Guest on the login page. The main WebBoard page appears with the Conferences list and a welcome message. This option may not be available for all Webboards
If you want to participate in a board either by posting messages or chatting, you must be a registered user and have your own WebBoard account. If you do not yet have an account, you can self-register and create your own account by selecting a login name and password and providing some additional information such as your real name and email address.
When selecting your login name and password, keep in mind the following:
- your login name and real name should be different
- the preferred login name is the first initial of your first name and your last name
example: Jane Wilson's login name would be jwilson
- your login name must be unique so you may be asked to choose a different login name if the one you selected is in use by another person. You may wish to try variations such as jwilson1, or jwilson2.
- your password should be different from your login name and you should keep it secure
- your login name and password are case sensitive
To log in as a new user, follow these steps:
- On the WebBoard login page, click New User. The New User Information form appears. Below is an example of the form.
- Follow the directions on this page and fill in the required blanks (marked with red dots). You can change or add to this information by editing your user profile at a later time.
- To view WebBoard in frames mode, select "Yes" at the end the form. This is the preferred way to view WebBoard. This enables you to view the Conferences list while reading and posting messages.
- When you have completed entering information on the form, click Create. If your login name is unique, WebBoard creates the account and displays the main WebBoard page. If your login name was already being used or some other information was missing, you must complete the form again and resubmit it.
- The board manager may specify whether or not this board should perform email address verification. If email verification is specified, the form will not contain password fields. After submitting this form, an email message with your temporary password will be sent to the email address you specify. Save this email message and keep it in a safe place. You will need to use this temporary password to gain access to this board. Be sure to double-check that the email address you enter is valid. Your temporary password will expire in 24 hours. You must login within 24 hours or the account you created will be automatically deleted.
If you already have an account, you simply enter your login name and password in the text fields. Click Login.
If you misspell your name or password, WebBoard displays a page for you to try again. If you can't remember your login name contact the WebBoard administrator, your instructor or the Help Desk for assistance.
If the board you participate in supports authentication, you can now receive your forgotten password by email. Simply click the “Forgot your password?” link on the login page and then provide your username on the Forgot Your Password page. Click Enter to have WebBoard send your pass-word to the email address in your user profile.
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