Tech Talk, Dec 2

Classlink

Classlink is a website that with a few clicks of the mouse and a couple of keystrokes, you will have a better understanding or at least another place to find commonly used apps that are used at Lab. Learn more about Classlink from our Knowledge Base.

Computer Screen Locks

One of the goals of Information Systems (IS) is to keep your device and the information on that device safe, as well as follow best practices that are outlined by the University's  IT service department. To ensure we meet these goals, IS has put a policy into place to lock your computer after 15 minutes of inactivity. The purpose of locking your computer is to prevent unwanted access to your information. When your computer locks, it does not turn off. It stays on and leaves it just like you left it.  Classroom and office iMacs will lock after 30 minutes of inactivity or 1 hour upon request. 

Gmail Vacation Responder

With the upcoming break, Information Systems wanted to share how to set an “Out of Office Message” in Gmail.  This 2 minute video will walk an individual through the process.

Office 365

The University of Chicago provides many resources to their employees, one of those resources is Office 365. Looking to use Office 365 visit the above link and enter your CNET credentials to access all Office 365 has to offer. It should be noted that as a member of the University, Office 365 is free to download on up to five devices using your CNetID and password. 

cAlert System 

Safety is very important.  If you are looking to keep informed of security events around campus sign up with the University of Chicago’s cAlert system . It has the ability to notify via text, voice only line contacts, and email. 

IS Knowledge Base

We're adding more entries in the IS Knowledge Base. If you haven't, stop by and take a look here.

Have a question but don’t know how to reach Information Systems? Send an email to [e-mail].