Additional Protection from Web-based Threats
January 15, 2021
ITS will be implementing a Domain Name System (DNS) filtering product, Cisco Umbrella, to enhance protection against web-based threats. (more…)
ITS Communications Archive
Results of Simulated Phishing Campaign
January 8, 2021
The ITS Security Office recently initiated a simulated phishing campaign at the request of the Joint Audit and Compliance Committee (JACC). UConn faculty and staff received test messages this past October that mimicked a common attack. (more…)
Changes to Device Support
December 21, 2020
ITS is simplifying and streamlining individual support services. The Technology Support Center (TSC) is housed in Homer Babbidge Library (HBL) and provides general IT support to faculty, staff, and students. (more…)
Remote Access Updates
December 16, 2020
ITS is implementing changes that will better secure remote connectivity to campus. (more…)
Additions to myUConn
December 4, 2020
Since the release of the redesigned myUConn app this fall, ITS and our partners have leveraged features to better support community engagement during this unprecedented semester. (more…)
File Sharing Services
November 23, 2020
File sharing gives others access to digital media and is a key mechanism for collaboration. In the past, this was limited to sending, receiving, or accessing information in files, but modern systems also support co-authorship, versioning, and concurrent editing. (more…)
New integration between Webex and HuskyCT
November 17, 2020
Webex is a university supported videoconferencing application that allows people to meet and engage virtually. HuskyCT is the university supported and branded Blackboard learning management system (LMS). (more…)
Pilot of VoIP-enabled Service
November 10, 2020
When the University began delivering services remotely, it became apparent that not all support practices transitioned effectively to this mode. Staff, particularly those who interact frequently with students and parents, needed a way to answer and respond to calls to their office numbers while working off-site. (more…)
Upgrade of PeopleSoft System
November 2, 2020
ITS uses PeopleSoft Campus Solutions (CS) for our Student Administration (SA) system. This is the authoritative system of record for student academic data, the administrative environment supporting numerous academic processes, and a service portal for students. (more…)
Security Awareness Training with KnowBe4
October 26, 2020
KnowBe4 is an IT security resource available to all faculty and staff at UConn. The integrated platform for security awareness training and phishing attack simulation covers an extensive range of topics and delivers content in varying and engaging formats, such as games, short videos, modules, and even sitcom-style shows. (more…)