Phishing? Don’t you mean “fishing?” Nope! Phishing, which has nothing to do with that band from Vermont, is a scam that tries to gather personal data from a user. This could include your account names and passwords or even more sensitive data, like your Social Security number or bank account information. These scams use social engineering to trick the victim into sending this information to the scammer via email, text message, or even a web form.
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Two-Step? Isn’t that a dance?
Multi-factor authentication (MFA), also known as two-factor or two-step authentication (2FA), is an additional means of user verification prior to being allowed access to your account. Which accounts does this include? Well, it should include all accounts that you use that offer it as an option.
Pump Up Your Passwords
Passwords are the first line of protection for your accounts. Weak passwords allow hackers and scammers easy access to your accounts – at best, allowing them to see your photos, but at worst allowing them access to your bank accounts. The good news is that it is not difficult to prevent unauthorized access. Strong, unique passwords can prevent your account from being compromised. Using a password manager can help keep these longer, harder to remember passwords at your finger tips. Continue reading for more information on creating stronger passwords and using password managers.
Tech Tip: Microsoft Authenticator for MFA
Microsoft Authenticator is the most secure method for the second factor of authentication when accessing your accounts at the college. It’s also the most versatile method. For these reasons, it is the IT Department’s recommended method for MFA. While Microsoft Authenticator works best when your device has an internet connection, either via Wi-Fi or a… Continue reading Tech Tip: Microsoft Authenticator for MFA
Email Scams: Watch for these Red Flags
Email scams are on the rise. The most important line of defense against scams is you! Here are some “red flags” to look out for when reading your email. If you receive an email that raises any of those red flags: Please be sure to report phishing scams to Microsoft to better improve the email filters. To help better protect your account, we… Continue reading Email Scams: Watch for these Red Flags
Use QR Codes for “On the Go” Website Access
QR codes make for an easy way to provide access to your websites for folks who are on the move with only a smartphone in hand. They eliminate the need to write down, type out, or worse, remember a long URL. The college’s Adobe license provides free access to a QR code generator that is… Continue reading Use QR Codes for “On the Go” Website Access
Free Tech Training with SkillSets Online
Looking for online IT and professional development training? Hoping to gain some IT certifications? We are pleased to offer SkillSets Online to all faculty, staff, and students. SkillSets Online offers self-guided training courses and tutorials that you can access anytime at your own convenience. Topics include Microsoft products, cyber security, ChatGPT, certification prep, and many… Continue reading Free Tech Training with SkillSets Online
MFA Required on Campus
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is now required on campus for access to all services that use the Microsoft single sign-on. All users should ensure they have their MFA method with them wherever they might access their accounts, including in classrooms and computer labs.
Classroom Computer Changes for Fall 2023
The IT Department made some changes to the Windows computers in teaching spaces and the general use computer clusters on campus. There are two significant changes that faculty and students will noticed: We recommend faculty teaching with the computers in the classrooms or utilizing our computer labs test the new configuration, which is denoted by… Continue reading Classroom Computer Changes for Fall 2023
Migrate to OneDrive
The IT Department is working to retire all personal local network drives, common known as the G: drive. New employees will not have a G: drive assigned to them going forward. User who do have G: drives are asked to move their data to OneDrive, Microsoft’s cloud storage solution. Starting on Wednesday, November 1, all… Continue reading Migrate to OneDrive
