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By the Numbers: Tech Services Start-of-Semester Metrics

Posted on October 12, 2022October 12, 2022 by Rob Watson

Technology Services provides a number of essential campus services to facilitate the university’s mission. These metrics showcase the impact some of the services the organization provides.

Posted in ServicesTagged canvas, cloud, cloud storage, fall, help desk, kaltura, media space, metrics, teams, wi-fi, wireless, zoom
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5G Technology Introduces New Capabilities

Posted on October 11, 2022October 11, 2022 by Rob Watson

5G, short for Fifth Generation, is the next technical evolution of cellular-based technology. Learn how you can leverage 5G technologies as well as some high-level differences between cellular and Wi-Fi.

Posted in ServicesTagged 5g, cellular, illinoisnet, wi-fi, wireless
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Join Technology Services for Activities during Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Posted on October 3, 2022April 21, 2023 by Rob Watson

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a national campaign to remind people about ways to protect their privacy and online security. Technology Services has activities planned all month.

Posted in Events, Featured StoryTagged cybersecurity, cybersecurity awareness month, privacy
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Tips from University Audits

Posted on September 28, 2022June 10, 2024 by Rob Watson

Special guest speaker, Darla Hill, Director of Audits at the Office of University Audits, led the conversation on common problems and issues, identified by audit, which might have relevance to the Business IT Collaboration.

Posted in Business ITTagged audit, process, tips
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Welcome students! Start your semester off right with these IT tips

Posted on August 19, 2022January 15, 2025 by Rob Watson

Why can’t I find my course in Canvas? How do I connect my device to the Wi-Fi? Read more for answers to common questions we see from students at the beginning of the semester.

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Log In Screen Changes

Posted on August 16, 2022April 21, 2023 by Rob Watson

A new login screen was implemented between Aug 12 and 14. Learn more and see troubleshooting steps here:

Posted in ServicesTagged log in, sign in
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Use the Duo Mobile App for 2FA

Posted on April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 by Rob Watson

The Duo Mobile app provides the fastest login experience with 2FA. After you login with a NetID and password, a push notification or one time passcode will be sent to your device.

Posted in ServicesTagged 2FA
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Amid Data Destruction, Volunteers Rescue Ukrainian Digital Resources

Posted on March 23, 2022March 23, 2022 by Rob Watson

Dena Strong is using her education, training, and her experiences with the University of Illinois’ SHIELD program to help upwards of 1,200 volunteers preserve Ukraine’s disappearing digital treasures.

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Privacy Everywhere 2022 Conference: What You Need to Know

Posted on March 1, 2022March 8, 2022 by Rob Watson

Learn about some key takeaways from the Privacy Everywhere Conference that highlight the conversation surrounding privacy and higher education today.

Posted in Student PerspectiveTagged 2022, conference, data privacy, privacy, privacy everywhere
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Business IT Launches the Business IT Collaboration Space in Microsoft Teams

Posted on February 21, 2022March 10, 2025 by Rob Watson

The Business IT Collaboration space is designed to be a gathering point for cross-collaboration to learn, ask questions, think collectively, discuss topics of interest, and share information and best practices.

Posted in Business ITTagged business, collaboration, communities of practice, data, facilities, finance, human, pa, teams, training

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