User Services

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  • Duo two-factor and GusMail enrollment

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    nsonsteb

    Please see the following links below to learn more about Duo Two Factor Authentication (TFA) enrollment and GusMail migration. To self-enroll, or learn more about DUO two-factor authentication, please visit the following link: https://gustavus.edu/gts/Duo_Two_Factor_Authentication After completing your DUO enrollment, please migrate to GusMail (Gustavus branded GMail).  https://gustavus.edu/gts/Migrating_to_GusMail_(Powered_by_Google) To learn more about GusMail, please visit our…

  • Technology Helpline Fall Break Hours

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    nsonsteb

    The Technology Helpline will be open the following hours during Fall Break: Friday, Oct. 20th: 8am-4:45pm Saturday, Oct. 21st and Sunday, Oct. 22nd: CLOSED Monday, Oct. 23rd: 8am-4:45pm Tuesday, Oct. 24th: 8am-4:45pm  

  • Online Security Alert – Identity Theft

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    nsonsteb

    Online identity theft can result from replying to phishing emails or visiting websites that are compromised. These sites can prompt the user via a pop up window to call a number because the computer is infected or slow.   The pop ups claim to offer help by calling the number or installing software, when in reality, there…

  • Don’t be a Phishing Victim

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    tami

    Everyday Gustavus users are exposed to phishing attempts, spam and malicious software. In recent weeks multiple large data breaches have been reported in the media.  The breaches contain personal contact information (name, address, phone, email) for hundreds of @gustavus.edu and @gac.edu accounts.  No passwords were included in the breach.  This personal contact information makes targeted…

  • Network Maintenance – Friday, December 19th

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    nsonsteb

    Gustavus Technology Services will be performing network maintenance on critical systems Friday, December 19 at 4:45 p.m.   Internet access, email, and the Gustavus website will be unavailable for approximately 45 minutes. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Technology Helpline (helpline@gustavus.edu or 507-933-6111), or any Technology Services staff member.

  • Wireless Updates and Changes

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    tami

    This summer the Gustavus wireless network has undergone several updates to improve coverage, speed and security.  In order to further improve our wireless network, we are in the process of modifying the wireless networks available on campus.  As soon as possible, please connect your devices to one of the new wireless networks.  The new wireless…

  • Heartbleed Vulnerability in the News

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    tami

    The Heartbleed vulnerability has been in the news this week.  http://mashable.com/2014/04/09/heartbleed-nightmare/ This recently discovered vulnerability may allow hackers to steal your password or other critical information from un-patched internet sites. For more information please see:  http://heartbleed.com/ For information about which sites have been compromised and patched, please see: http://mashable.com/2014/04/09/heartbleed-bug-websites-affected/ This vulnerability again underscores the importance of…

  • Technology Helpline Finals Week Hours

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    tami

    Below are the Technology Helpline hours for Finals Week at Gustavus Saturday, December 14th 12 – 5 pm Sunday, December 15th 3 – 11 pm Monday, December 16th 8 am – 11 pm Tuesday, December 17th 8 am – 11 pm Wednesday, December 18th 8 am – 11 pm Thursday, December 19th 8 am –…

  • Java Runtime Environment Security Updates

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    jtwaddle

    The newest security updates for the Java Runtime Environment will begin deploying to all computers running Windows today. These fixes will patch security holes in Java that you may have heard about in the news.  You will see the image below while the update is running.  All internet browsers must be closed to install the update successfully.…

  • Java Runtime Environment Security Updates

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    jtwaddle

    The newest security updates for the Java Runtime Environment will begin deploying to all computers running Windows today. These fixes will patch security holes in Java that you may have heard about in the news. If you have any questions, please contact the Technology Helpline x6111.