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Update on Zoom Upgrade
On Monday, May 18, OIT system administrators pushed out the Zoom 5.0 client upgrade to all University-owned (managed) Windows and Mac computers that had not already installed it.
Effective Saturday, May 30, all managed and unmanaged computers must have the Zoom 5.0 client installed. A new encryption will be activated in Zoom version 5.0 and above for additional security. Any Zoom software older than Zoom 5.0 must be upgraded before you can join a meeting/class after May 30.…
Revitalize Your IT Skills This Summer
Summer is a time when nature comes back to life again. It’s a season of revitalization and growth. And it’s the perfect time to revitalize your IT skills by attending OIT training classes.
You’ll find a variety of classes to help you grow, develop or revitalize skills in Google and Adobe Creative Cloud applications, as well as other valuable IT tools and services.…
Taste of Technology Presents Virtual Sessions in May
OIT’s popular mini-conference—Taste of Technology—has been rescheduled. A series of 13 virtual sessions will be presented via Zoom throughout the month of May.
Here is your chance to explore new ways to use IT tools and applications in your daily life. Attend one or more of these valuable sessions and add the session(s) to your professional development goals.…
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Don’t Lose Access to Your ND Files After You Graduate
Your Notre Dame NetID will be deactivated 60 days after you graduate. Be sure to transfer the files and other resources you want to keep from your Notre Dame student account to a personal account, such as your Notre Dame alumni account.
This includes important files and other resources in applications such as:…
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Coronavirus Tax Relief Payment Scams Abound
The CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act was passed by Congress and signed into law in March 2020. It authorized fast and direct monetary assistance to American taxpayers, businesses and local governments.
This economic relief package totaled $2.2 trillion, and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is in the process of making $250 billion in payments to individual taxpayers. And of course, this large amount of money has attracted the attention of worldwide email scammers and con artists. They will attempt to steal these funds by any means possible.…
Technology Enables New Ways to Learn, Teach & Work at ND
The Office of Information Technologies (OIT) serves as Notre Dame’s trusted technology partner. While the demands of technology continue to expand, the OIT works hard to keep up with reviewing new services, as well as maintaining existing services including those to help faculty, staff and students work remotely.…
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Prevent Disruptions by Outsiders in Zoom Classes & Meetings
With the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic requiring social distancing measures, Zoom conferencing services have increased substantially across higher education.
The uptick of online conferencing has also resulted in an increase of unscrupulous individuals finding ways into video conferences just to disrupt them. Once they’ve successfully joined the session, they may broadcast shocking imagery or use improper language for all participants to see and/or hear. It’s called Zoombombing.…
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Review Your Okta Settings
As you continue to work or teach courses remotely, it is important to confirm you have at least two available devices/methods that allow you to complete the two step login process in Okta.
By doing so, you can maintain access to ND services like your Gmail account, Google Apps, Sakai, etc., in case something happens to your primary device/method. The Office of Information Technologies (OIT) recommends enrolling…
Software Applications and Virtual Computer Lab Access for Students
As students begin the experience of taking classes online, the Office of Information Technologies (OIT) has a few important reminders for you.
Adobe Creative Cloud—Free Until May 31, 2020
Adobe is offering its Creative Cloud applications at no cost to students until Sunday, May 31, 2020. You must follow these instructions…
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OIT Technical Training Classes Move Online
OIT’s Technical Training classes will continue through the end of the semester as faculty, staff and students work remotely. Beginning March 23, 2020, all remaining training classes will be hosted via Zoom. These classes are easy to access. Just a few clicks on your computer, and you’re there!
Classes being offered in April and early May include: …
Working Safely From Home
Under the current COVID-19 conditions, Notre Dame faculty and staff will be teaching and working away from campus. For some people, it will be their first experience working remotely. Here are some tips to help you work safely and efficiently from home.
- Your Notre Dame computer should be your first choice for working from home. Contact your supervisor if you need a Notre Dame computer in order to work from home. …
Using Technology to Help You Work Remotely
The Office of Information Technologies (OIT) knows that this is a challenging time as Notre Dame employees transition to working remotely. In this message, you will find helpful information on:
Using Technology While Working Remotely
Applications That May Need A Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Extended Hours for the OIT Help Desk…
IT Maintenance Begins on 3-28-20
Beginning Saturday, March 28, at 8 a.m. through 12 noon (ET) Sunday, March 29, Office of Information Technologies (OIT) systems engineers will perform a variety of planned maintenance activities and upgrades.
Major IT services that will be UNAVAILABLE for some or all of the maintenance period include:
- Banner and all administrative applications including: …
Tech Myths About Online Teaching & Learning
With the rush to move classes online, please be aware of the following "myths" about technology that seem to be prevalent.
Myth 1: My home network can't handle online teaching and learning
Truth: Most home networks can - but you need to test first
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Instructional Continuity for Faculty at Notre Dame
Notre Dame, like other institutions of higher education, is confronting major disruption due to the global coronavirus outbreak.
The announcement regarding the suspension of all in-person classes through at least April 13, and extension of the University’s spring break through March 22, has required faculty to choose the necessary resources needed to teach and work remotely.…
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IT Security Alert: Be Aware of COVID-19 Phishing Scams
Not only has the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak caused a major global disruption, it has also created an opportunity for online scammers.
The Office of Information Technologies (OIT) Information Security team reminds you that scammers are using phishing emails and social engineering to take advantage of this disruption. Email scams relating to COVID-19 may try to trick you by:…
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OIT's Taste of Technology Mini-Conference Postponed
The OIT will postpone the Taste of Technology mini-conference originally scheduled for March 11 & 12 at Mendoza College of Business. More details will be available when plans have been finalized.
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Spring Ahead with OIT Training Classes in March
Sharpen your skills with popular computer applications and tools. Here’s your chance to spring ahead by enhancing your technical skills with these OIT training classes in March:
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Document Design, Image Creation & Manipulation
- From creating posters and images to modifying photos and images, learn how these Adobe Creative Cloud apps can help elevate your skills:
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Tips to Avoid Tax Fraud
Tax season is upon us. It can be quite a chore to gather the appropriate information to file a 2019 tax return by the April 15 deadline. But you might want to file early and be on guard for tax time fraud scams.
To protect yourself against tax fraud, you may want to consider filing your taxes sooner than later. If you do, you beat scammers who are submitting phony returns and you buy yourself time to resolve any potential issues with the IRS.…
Find Your Inner Expert
OIT offers a variety of training classes on popular software to help you add valuable skills to your resume. But did you know we offer a series of classes in some applications to help you build your skills to intermediate and advanced levels?Classes in Publishing and Design, Google, and Form and Survey Tools available in a series:…