Northeastern is partnering with Globus to offer a reliable, fast, and secure solution for transferring files and data. Now, you can spend less time worrying about sharing your files and more time on research and innovation.
Share Your Data with Globus
Globus is a data management platform used by researchers and others who need to share files globally. It allows users to transfer and sync Big Data and other files directly from one secure endpoint to another.
With Northeastern’s subscription, you can connect your own laptop or system as an endpoint and send to any other endpoint in the Globus network to which you have access rights. ITS will begin rolling out various Globus-managed endpoints, including the Discovery high-performance computing cluster.
Northeastern’s subscription will also provide you access to the web application for moving your data quickly and reliably. With the Globus publish tool, another available feature, you can make your datasets easily discovered and re-used.
When to Use Globus
ITS offers a range of network and storage solutions for file sharing and collaboration. Globus is a fast, reliable, and secure option for your largest files and datasets. OneDrive is best for personal storage under 1 terabyte (TB) and Sharepoint can be used for file sharing with other Northeastern users, up to 25 TB. With Globus, you can make much larger file transfers with endpoints around the world.
How to Get Started
You can start using Globus now using just your web browser to move your data. Read the Globus tutorial to learn how to login using your Northeastern single sign-on and visit the Globus web app to get started.
In the coming weeks, you will be able to install Globus Connect Personal to make your personal computer a Global endpoint. Researchers will also be able to use the Discovery cluster servers as an endpoint.
We think that Globus will be a seamless and welcome addition to your file sharing activities and allow for even greater collaboration. Learn more about Globus on their website.