The Central Valley Internet Project (CVIP) is a California State
University, Fresno sponsored program to bring advanced Internet-based
services to the public sector of the Central San Joaquin Valley. With
the increasing popularity and recognized usefulness of the Internet, CVIP
was formed to promote and support the use of the vast information
resources and potential for communication available with this
technology. CVIP offers high-speed, low-cost Internet accounts to
qualified students, educators, government employees, and non-profit
organizations.
What Is a CVIP Account?
A CVIP account allows members to send and receive electronic mail, to
browse the World Wide Web (WWW), to listen to audio segments and view
video clips, to participate in Internet news and topic groups, to upload
and download software and files to and from thousands of computers
worldwide, and to communicate with the millions of other people who
consider themselves part of the Internet community.
CVIP members have the ability to create and maintain their own WWW home
pages. They are even able to participate in live, interactive video
conferences.
Who is Eligible for CVIP Membership?
The Central Valley Internet Project is not open to the general public.
Membership is limited to students, faculty, and administrators in the
Central Valley educational community (K-12, Community Colleges,
Universities), Fresno State alumni, and employees of government agencies
and non-profit organizations.
Where is CVIP available?
CVIP currently offers local dial-in service in the following areas:
- Fresno/Clovis 559-291-0110
- On-Campus 559-278-8050
- Coalinga 559-935-0197
- Dinuba 559-591-0116
- Firebaugh 559-659-0102
- Madera 559-675-0284
- Mendota 559-659-0102
- Oakhurst 559-658-9353
- Porterville 559-781-1106
- Reedley 559-643-0601
- Visalia 559-733-1451
Although you can connect to CVIP from anywhere, if you call from
outside those areas, you are responsible for any long distance
charges incurred. Please contact your telephone company to
check for toll charges from your calling location to those numbers
before attempting to
connect.
What Does it Cost?
A full-service unlimited account with CVIP costs $14.95 per month.
Fresno State students, faculty, and staff can purchase an unlimited
account for $9.95 a month.
Is Technical Support Available?
Yes. CVIP has a highly trained, professional support staff to answer all
of your connection and Internet related questions. You may contact the
CVIP Technical Support Line daily from 7AM to 10PM by calling
559-278-1111 ext. 2 or call toll-free 800-578-0905. You may also send electronic mail to
help@csufresno.edu or explore our member services pages
at http://www.cvip.net.
Where Does CVIP Revenue Go?
All funds received by CVIP are reinvested in the instructional program
and used to upgrade our ability to provide a quality, reliable service.
CVIP is a not-for-profit division supported by Fresno State and dedicated
to offering low-cost Internet access to a select constituency.
What is Central Valley Online?
Central Valley Online is a Community Information Center sponsored by
CVIP. It provides up to date news, weather, sports and a host of useful
information about our community. Want to know where and when a movie is
playing in the Fresno area? Which concerts are scheduled in the next few
months? Who to call at City Hall if you have questions about city
services? Central Valley Online has the answers.
You can view Central Valley Online with your web browser at
http://www.cvip.net.
How Can I Get an Account?
If you are eligible for a CVIP account, fill out the form below or call
278-1111 ext. 1 Monday - Friday, 8AM to 5PM. Call toll-free 800-578-0905.
