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Technology News
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FBI warns of potential holiday scams
December 19, 2020
The FBI's Office of Public Affairs (OPA) has produced an Inside the FBI podcast titled "Holiday Scams - Shop Safely and Smartly Online." This podcast highlights holiday shopping scams and how people can shop safely and smartly online.
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New setting to improve Zoom security
December 04, 2020
A new setting will enhance security for Zoom meetings by making it optional to authenticate University of ½ûÂþÌìÌÃparticipants.
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VPN Users - Switch to the new VPN Before December 31
December 04, 2020
VPN users are advised to download and install the new GlobalProtect VPN client on their PC, phone or tablet before December 31, 2020, when outgoing AnyConnect VPN will no longer be updated or supported. Download GlobalProtect VPN Installer and follow prompts, entering the portal address gateway/vpn server vpn.alaska.edu.
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OIT offers laptops at a discount
December 04, 2020
OIT announces the availability to purchase the recommended Dell laptop directly from OIT at Bulk Buy prices, year-round.
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Internal Audit November updates
November 21, 2020
The Statewide Office of Audit and Consulting Services honored International Fraud Awareness week on Nov. 19 by hosting a training titled An Overview of Fraud Prevention and Detection.
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November 21, 2020
As part of the University of Alaska' commitment to providing users with more performant and reliable services, this UA Learn Winter upgrade cycle this year will also include a transition to Blackboard Learns Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) deployment over the holiday break.
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Webinar: Social Engineering - Hacking of Humans
October 16, 2020
This webinar focuses on recognizing different persuasion techniques that are used to manipulate people into giving information or access to an unauthorized person.
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Best Practices for Hosting a Live Event via Zoom
October 16, 2020
Zoom is an awesome way to host engaging live events! To ensure your events are successful and fun for invited participants here are some good practices to follow
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Google's 2-Step Verification is now available
October 02, 2020
Did you know that you can give yourself an extra layer of security on your UA Google account?
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Webinar: National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) Partner Kick Off
October 02, 2020
The first in a series of security awareness webinars this October.