Take IU’s secure network with you — anywhere, anytime
IU’s web-based SSL VPN gives you secure access to the university’s network for an authenticated and encrypted session from anywhere in the world.
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Celebrate Earth Day (April 22) with paper-free collaboration
Instead of passing around hard copies of your work, use Box for convenient and earth-friendly collaboration.
Take part in eWaste days at IU Bloomington, May 10-11
Simply drop off your old computers, VCRs, televisions, gaming systems, cameras, handheld devices, and more at this free electronic waste recycling drive.
Protect IU blog: Are they really who they say they are?
How do you make sure you’re not being duped? A post on the Protect IU blog offers identity verification advice for a variety of situations.
IU wireless upgrades — let us know what you think
Wireless at IU Bloomington and IUPUI just got even better. Network engineers completed wireless upgrades on Feb. 1.
Sign up for SharePoint Site Administration training
UITS IT Training is offering a one-day “SharePoint 2010: Site Administration Basics” workshop. The session will cover how to manage site collections, libraries, workflows, access, and security.
Avoid sharing or writing down your passphrase
You’re at the wireless store. Customer service is just trying to be helpful. They ask you for your IU account information to help you set up your new phone. Don’t disclose these details. If you did, simply change your passphrase.
Beware of email scam asking for your IU passphrase
In recent weeks, IU faculty, staff, and students have been targeted by an official-looking email scam. With the subject line “Your Account May Have Been Compromised?,” the message contains a link to a web form that asks for your passphrase.
January is Data Privacy Month
Throughout January, IU will help you become more aware of how your personal information is collected, stored, used, and shared — and, of course, teach you how to protect yourself.
Bad weather? Check the campus emergency site
IU has an emergency web site to keep you informed about campus closures, weather conditions, and other emergencies that might affect you.
Apps can help you do a whole lot more with Box at IU
Tasks like mind mapping, expense tracking, and photo manipulation are easily accomplished on the go, thanks to the web-based and mobile apps available via Box at IU.
More IT news and events for Dec. 12, 2012
IU East ranked among most connected colleges; IU selected as home for US Desk of international scientific computing publication; Wired magazine blog post: IU deploys 5 Petabyte Data Capacitor II; Camp receives $2.4M to help keep computer users safe; Need help with IUanyWare? Let the consultants in the Student Technology Centers lend a hand.
Tips for secure online holiday shopping
No matter when or where you shop online, here are some tips to help you stay safe.
