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Purpose
These instructions can be used when you need to access MATLAB remotely or on a computer where you do not have the application installed.
Detailed Resolution
- Download, install and run XQuartz.
- The XQuartz icon should be visible on the Mac Taskbar.
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- Connect to the VPN, if not on a campus network.
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Connection Steps
- Open Terminal and type ssh -X netID@giant.utdallas.edu.
Note: Replace "netID" above with your NetID.
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- Log in with your password.
Note: Password will be tracked in silent keystrokes so that no text will appear in Terminal.
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- Type matlab & and press Enter.
- MATLAB will open in the XQuartz application.