U-M ITCS warns against using Google Desktop March 31, 2006
Posted by admin in : IT Security Tips , add a commentITCS at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor has recommended that university employees do not use Google Desktop. Google Desktop’s “Search Across Computers” feature places potentially sensitive information in a situation where it may be vulnerable to theft. If you feel that you need to use Google Desktop, please make sure that you configure it appropriately to minimize the risk of information theft.
Homepages for students are now available! March 31, 2006
Posted by admin in : Expert Advice from the ITS HelpDesk , add a commentITS is pleased to announce the newest addition to the multitude of technologies available to University of Michigan - Flint students: the ability to create a personal homepage. Using their H: drive space, students now have the ability to create a webpage that will be available online at homepages.umflint.edu/~your_uniqname. For information on what an H: drive is, check out the “What is the Personal Directory?” flyer. If you’re interested in creating your own personal webpage make sure to take a look at the Quicknote and “What is…” flyer for homepages. Once you’ve made your homepage, you may register it in the Homepage Gallery so your fellow students can check it out!
