Do you want to sharpen your skills with popular computer applications and tools? Whether you’re trying to learn apps needed for your job, looking for a better solution for a process, or just want to increase your skill set, OIT training classes have something for you this November.

And remember—you can list classes you take as professional development in Endeavor. Here’s a look at the OIT training classes in November:…

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October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This annual event is designed to educate and empower people to use the Internet safely and securely. Take a closer look at this article with tips on how you can increase your online knowledge and safety.

We all have a responsibility to know basic information security protections to safeguard data and prevent those data from being mishandled:…

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October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This annual event is designed to educate and empower people to use the Internet safely and securely. Take a closer look at this article with tips on how you can increase your online knowledge and safety.

Your online activity is an important part of your life each day. To minimize risks online at work and at home, here are some basic tips to help you stay secure.…

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Beginning Saturday, September 21, at 8:00 a.m. through 3:00 p.m. (ET) Sunday, September 22, 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:…

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Do you want to sharpen your skills with popular computer applications and tools? Whether you’re trying to learn apps needed for your job, looking for a better solution for a process, or just want to increase your skill set, OIT training classes have something for you this October.  And remember—you can list classes you take as professional development in Endeavor.…

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This fall, the OIT training class schedule includes two new spreadsheet classes that cover both Excel 2019 and Google Sheets. You can build and diversify your spreadsheet skills through learning the key aspects of working with data in spreadsheets and discovering the “how-to” in both applications. As an added bonus, these classes are now free of charge.…

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The following message applies to all faculty and staff who use a desktop and laptop computer connected to the University network with a wired connection or docking station.

On Tuesday, September 17,  at 6:00 am (ET), if you use a wired network connection, you will need to log into your account in order to gain access to the correct network connection. On that day and every 90 days after, you will be asked to enter your username (NetID) and password, then reboot your computer in order to maintain connectivity and increase the security of the network.…

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Okta is the new two step login service at Notre Dame. Here are some valuable tips to help you set your Okta login preferences and maintain your new Okta account:

• Set up at least two devices/methods in your Okta account in case something happens to the primary device you use to complete the two step login process. The OIT recommends setting up the Okta Verify mobile app, and at least one other option. Instructions are available in this knowledgebase article
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All faculty, staff and students will begin using the new Okta two step login service on Monday, July 29.

When logging in to access Notre Dame services like your Gmail account, Google Apps, Sakai, Box, etc., you will see the new Okta new login screen that features the golden dome against blue sky. Just login as you normally would, and complete the two step login process with one of your enrolled devices.…

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Beginning Saturday, July 27, at 9:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. (ET) Sunday, July 28, Office of Information Technologies (OIT) systems engineers will switch the authentication for virtually all Notre Dame IT services to Okta.

Virtually all IT services will be intermittently unavailable for some or all of the maintenance period. Some of the most commonly used services that will be affected include:…

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Recognized for the seventh year in a row, the University of Notre Dame ranks 13th among large organizations in IDG's Computerworld’s 2019 Best Places to Work in IT, and one of 100 top organizations that challenge their IT staffs while providing great benefits and compensation.

All organizations will be included in coverage on Computerworld.com…

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The University will transition to a new two step login service called Okta this summer. It will replace the current login screen and Duo services that allow faculty, staff and students to access Notre Dame services like Gmail, Google Apps, InsideND, Sakai, Box, etc.

The campus community is encouraged to enroll in Okta before it goes live on Monday, July 29…

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When you are away from campus, it is important that you are prepared to use two step login. If you are traveling in the U.S. or internationally and need access to your Notre Dame Gmail account, Google Apps, InsideND, Sakai, Box, etc., the OIT recommends following these tips before you leave:

• Review the IT security recommendations for international travel to make sure your devices are properly prepared to minimize risk when traveling abroad. Details are available at: ntrda.me/TravelSecurely
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At Notre Dame, data informs strategy and decision making. DataND, is an aggregate of valuable institutional data available to the campus community in a secure and effective way.

DataND allows you to access, combine, explore and understand Notre Dame’s institutional data like never before. It offers:

• Easy-to-read reports and graphics to help tell your story
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Beginning Saturday, June 8, at 8:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. (ET) Sunday, June 9, 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:…

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The University will transition to a new two step login service called Okta this summer. It will replace the current Duo service that allows you to access ND services like Gmail, Google Apps, Sakai, Box, etc.

Everyone is encouraged to enroll in Okta before it goes live on Monday, July 29. Enrolling now will ensure immediate access to your Gmail account and ND services on go-live day. Enrollment instructions are available at: oit.nd.edu/okta…

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The Office of Information Technologies (OIT) is transitioning to Okta—a new process for improving secure access to IT services which includes a new two step login service. This new service will simplify your login experience.

Additional Okta benefits include:

• Self-service password reset
• New options for using two step login
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All the hard work you've done as part of your Notre Dame academic career needs to go with you as you take your next step. You need to begin taking steps to transfer your files stored in:

• Gmail & Google Drive
• Box Resources
• Other services including web pages, YouTube videos, etc.

Locate the files and other resources you want to keep from your Notre Dame account and transfer them to a personal account, such as your Notre Dame alumni account, within 60 days after you graduate. Your NetID will be deactivated after this time.…

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OIT’s Free Mini-Conference has Something for Everyone

Explore new ways to use IT tools and applications in your daily life at Taste of Technology 2019...a free mini-conference for ND faculty, staff and students.

It will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 1:00-5:00 p.m. and Thursday, March 14, 8:00 a.m.-noon…

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Beginning Saturday, April 27, at 6:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. (ET) Sunday, April 28, Office of Information Technologies (OIT) systems engineers will perform a variety of maintenance activities and upgrades to the Banner service.

Banner-related services that will be UNAVAILABLE for some or all of the maintenance period include:…

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Beginning Saturday, April 6, at 5:00 p.m. through 3:00 p.m. (ET) Sunday, April 7, 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 includes:…

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The Notre Dame Service Center has been relocated from 102 IT Center to 115 DeBartolo Hall with the OIT Help Desk.

All computer assistance and/or IT support is now available in one convenient location. You can take advantage of services such as hardware repair, computer rental, borrowing audio/video equipment, and application or network configuration questions. All other contact methods, including phone numbers, email, etc., for the OIT Help Desk and ND Service Center will remain the same.…

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Beginning Saturday, February 9, at 8:00 p.m. through 6:00 p.m. (ET) Sunday, February 10, 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:…

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You can find valuable news and tips in the OIT 4-page insert that appeared in the November/December issue of NDWorks. From getting to know John Gohsman, the new vice president for IT and chief information officer to finding IT help in the ServiceNow knowledge base; and Google app updates to tips on keeping a handle on privacy in social media apps.…

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Like most University offices at this time of year, the Office of Information Technologies (OIT) will be closed for the Christmas and New Year holidays beginning Monday, December 24, 2018 through Tuesday, January 1, 2019.

Here are some valuable IT tips to help you prepare for the holiday break, and what you can do in case you have an IT question or issue while you’re away.…

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Beginning Saturday, November 3, at 6:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. (ET) Sunday, November 4, 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:…

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Individual NetFile accounts have been successfully migrated to Google Drive. The Office of Information Technologies (OIT) is now in the final phase of relocating files stored in all departmental NetFile storage spaces to Google Drive by Wednesday, October 17, 2018.

The departmental accounts in NetFile will be moved in two groups. The first group will begin final migration on Tuesday, September 25,…

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Beginning Saturday, September 22, at 11:00 p.m. through 3:00 p.m. (ET) Sunday, September 23, 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 includes:…

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As of Wednesday, August 1, access to your NetFile space containing your individual files has been removed. These files have been relocated to your Google Drive in a folder called Migrated_From_NetFile.

As you begin working with your files in Google Drive, please be aware that documents containing links to other files may no longer work.…

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On Saturday, July 28, from 3:00 to 11:00 a.m., OIT system administrators will upgrade several Banner administrative systems.

During this time, Banner and all administrative applications will be UNAVAILABLE, including:

• ODS reporting and all dependent applications (including GLez, PeopleEZ and Person Profile)
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