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Changes to Windows logon in lecture theatres and teaching rooms

Windows 10 upgrade 2017 This summer, Information Services is undertaking a programme of work to upgrade lecture theatre and teaching room PCs to Windows 10.  As part of this upgrade, a new method of logging into lectern PCs will be implemented from 15 August 2017. This will apply to existing Windows 7 lectern PCs whilst …

UoN Office 365 – On the road again

The Smarter Computing Team are on to another round of Office 365 Roadshows this month. If you have not yet had the chance to attend, you can find them at the following locations: Tuesday 6 June, 2pm to 4pm – Sir Clive Granger Building, A41 Monday 12 June, 10am to noon – Jubilee, Exchange Building, LT2 …

Recruitment now open for 2017 Student IT tutors

Student IT Support (SITS) tutors recruitment Are you a postgraduate or undergraduate student who would like to help other students with IT services when they arrive at the University? If you are, then a job on the Student IT Support programme (SITS) at this year’s start-of-session could be just the opportunity for you! Here’s what’s …

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University Phishing attacks

Information Services is aware that UK Universities are currently receiving multiple phishing email attacks and as such users are advised to be vigilant against such attempts to gain details. These emails normally ask you to follow a web link and/or ask for bank account details or personal credentials. Such emails are coming in from spoofed …

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Win £50 Amazon voucher – Halls IT survey

Are you a student in University Halls? Information Services are conducting an IT survey for students in Halls to help improve the service for new students arriving in September 2017. We are asking for your feedback about the wired network, Student IT support tutors and University print service. Your views and experience are valued and …

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