Node 4 News from around UIT
Why Node 4? In 1969, the University of Utah’s Computer Science Department became the fourth node of ARPANET, the world's first packet-switching computer network and precursor of today’s internet.
Recent News
UIT Leadership Spotlight: Brian Harris, director, Data Management & Analytics
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Meet Your Colleagues: USS Student Engineering Team
The Student Engineering Team in University Support Services develops, improves, and maintains student-facing technologies for various campus partners, as well as oversees a student management system called Northstar.
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Explainer: Remote Access Rule (4-004H)
Rule 4-004H outlines the requirements and user responsibilities when accessing the university’s IT resources, information systems, and information assets remotely (e.g., Citrix and virtual private network).
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Travel tips to avoid becoming the victim of a cybercrime
Swimsuits and sunblock aren’t the most important things to think about when packing your bags. As you embark upon your next trip, access the Information Security Office offers some best practices to keep your travel free from cybercriminal meddling.
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ISO: Do not use Slack for university business
The U does not have a license for Slack, so it is not approved for university business. It’s also not approved for creating, processing, transmitting, or storing restricted and sensitive data as required by university policy.
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Microsoft ending extended support for Windows 8.1, Server 2012, Office 2013
Microsoft is ending extended support for Windows 8.1, Office 2013, and Windows Server 2012 and Server 2012 R2. Extended support includes software updates, patches to fix IT security issues and bugs, and technical support.
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IT security tip: Going beyond the basics
While basic IT security practices will help you protect your data, you can take additional steps to make a data breach or cyberattack more difficult for criminals and incident response easier for you.
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A specific UShop form is required for software purchases of any cost
Financial Services wishes to remind UShop users that they must complete its software purchase request form for all new and renewal software, web-based applications, and mobile application acquisitions — regardless of cost.
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UCL Digital Learning teams will merge with UIT on May 1
The reorganization includes the following University Connected Learning (UCL) units: Systems & Data Services, AV & Technology Services, and Outreach & Innovation Services. The new UIT unit, called Digital Learning Technologies (DLT), will be led by Director Jon Thomas.
Updates & Reminders
- Access the summer schedule of free CHPC training sessions, hosted online via Zoom
- The next ITIL 4 course will take place on May 18-19
- Are you or someone you know new to the U? Our IT guides connect students, faculty, and staff with the university's digital resources.
- Follow @uofuit, @uofu_iso, and @uofuitstatus for IT news, security updates, and unplanned outages, respectively
- The UIT Service Guide provides a high-level look at UIT services and resources and highlights how the organization supports its partners
- UIT information resources for faculty, staff, and students
- Direct IT career candidates to our jobs page
- UIT- and UofU-branded templates are in Box (login required)
- 102 Tower building website
- UIT online service quick links
CAMPUS VIGNETTE
After a seemingly endless winter, welcome the return of planting season at the Red Butte Garden and Arboretum’s annual spring plant sale on May 12-13.
Member Benefit Day is May 12, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Garden members can preregister online on May 9, starting at 9:00 a.m. The plant sale opens to the public on May 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Admission is free and preregistration is not required.
Events
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May 31
Wednesday
11am - 12pmUniversity of Utah IT Exchange (ITX) group
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Jun 01
Thursday
1pm - 2pmModule Basics
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Jun 06
Tuesday
1pm - 2pmSlurm and Slurm Batch Scripts
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Jun 07
Wednesday
12:30pm - 1:30pmUniversity of Utah IT Professionals Forum
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Jun 08
Thursday
11am - 12pmEnterprise Web Advisory Council (EWAC)
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Jun 08
Thursday
1pm - 3pmHands on Introduction to Linux, part 1