CIT Research Documentation - vre:solution:service_descriptionUniversity of Groningen
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Data and Applications
Data transport
For secure data transport into the VRE multiple options are available. Data Managers are allowed to
upload and download datasets directly into the VRE. We recommend this usage for smaller datasets only.
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Finance and Terms of Delivery
Finance
The VRE is a specific service with purchase based on concurrent use. Contract form: DVO Specific service Contract duration: 1 year with tacit renewal. Notice period: 1 month before expiry date.
The Basic and Premium configurations are financed from the "Basispakket Eenheden”. Except for customization, the VRE will not be charged directly to the faculty/end user. Customization is only possible based on the Premium configuration. Unless otherwise indicated,…text/html2026-07-22T14:04:37+00:00Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com)System Management and Support
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System Management and Support
System management
The basic infrastructure environment is hosted, maintained, and managed by the CIT.
Specifically:
* Network infrastructure;
* System hardware;
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Security & privacy
Information security management is set up as a continuous process of planning and monitoring
cycles (plan, do, check, act, PDCA), based on ISO27001. It is within these cycles that plans are drawn
up and implemented. The results are evaluated and translated into new plans. Over time, processes
and systems can change, but also the environment in which these systems operate, the thread
landscape, and policies, guidelines and regulations are subject to change. Because of this, th…text/html2026-07-22T14:03:31+00:00Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com)Storage and Accounts
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Storage and Accounts
Storage & backup
By default, every user will have a 1 GB home drive and a collaborative group drive of 100 GB. These drives
will be backed up in accordance with Service Level Agreement CIT Backup Services. Additional storage can
be added on demand. A fair use policy is in effect regarding overuse. Please note that a home drive (H:\) is
only used for personal data and