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Connecting to the correct wireless network

Posted on by Christine Doucette

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K-State provides wireless network services (Wi-Fi) for university students, faculty, staff and guests and has three primary wireless networks to which they may connect:

  • KSU Wireless — A secure network for current students, faculty and staff not living in residence halls or the Jardine Apartments.
  • KSU Housing — A secure network for residence halls and the Jardine Apartments residents.
  • KSU Guest — Campus visitors can use this network, which has NO security and does not require an eID/password.

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Duo student spring enrollment was a success

Posted on by Christine Doucette

During the spring semester, K-State began enrolling students in Duo two-factor authentication. Login credentials are more valuable than ever and are increasingly easy to compromise. Over 90% of breaches today involve compromised usernames and passwords.

The Division of Information Technology would like to thank faculty and staff for educating students about the importance of two-factor authentication and reminding them to enroll in Duo. Continue reading “Duo student spring enrollment was a success” →

Duo student enrollment continues through April

Posted on by Christine Doucette

K-State student enrollment in Duo began in February and should be complete before the end of April. During the enrollment process, students are randomly added to enrollment groups. When you receive your enrollment email, follow the instructions, enroll in Duo, and set up your authentication device.

You need to complete your enrollment within two weeks of receiving the email. Enrollment usually takes less than five minutes and requires a laptop or desktop computer and a mobile device for self-enrollment. For step-by-step enrollment instructions, view the Duo Enrollment Guide.

Thank you, students, for enrolling before your deadline expires. Because of your diligence, the enrollment process will be completed before finals. Once you have enrolled in Duo, you will continue to have the extra layer of security for as long as you remain a student at K-State.

Need help enrolling in Duo? Contact the IT Service Desk at 800-865-6143 or 785-532-7722 or via Live Chat. For face-to-face service, visit the IT Service Desk on the second floor of Hale Library.

Duo: Student enrollment continues

Posted on by Christine Doucette

K-State is now enrolling students in Duo two-factor authentication. Students have been randomly added to enrollment groups. When you receive your enrollment email, follow the instructions, enroll in Duo, and set up your authentication device.

You need to complete your enrollment within two weeks of receiving the email. Enrollment usually takes less than five minutes and requires a laptop or desktop computer and a mobile device for self-enrollment. For step-by-step enrollment instructions, view the Duo Enrollment Guide.

Need help enrolling in Duo? Contact the IT Service Desk at 800-865-6143 or 785-532-7722 or via Live Chat. For face-to-face service, visit the IT Service Desk on the second floor of Hale Library.

Duo enrollment: Remember me for 10 days feature

Posted on by Christine Doucette

K-State is now enrolling students in Duo two-factor authentication. Students have been randomly added to enrollment groups, so you may receive your enrollment email in March or April. When you receive your enrollment email, follow the instructions, enroll in Duo, and set up your authentication device.

You need to complete your enrollment within two weeks of receiving the email. Enrollment usually takes less than five minutes and requires a laptop or desktop computer and a mobile device for self-enrollment. For step-by-step enrollment instructions, view the Duo Enrollment Guide. Continue reading “Duo enrollment: Remember me for 10 days feature” →

Duo two-factor enrollment begins Feb. 15

Posted on by Christine Doucette

Cybersecurity is a significant concern in our technology-driven world, and K-State must be more vigilant. Unfortunately, over 90% of breaches today involve compromised usernames and passwords. To keep your personal information safe, K-State offers Duo two-factor authentication to provide a second layer of security for your account by using a secondary device to verify your identity. This prevents anyone but you from accessing your account, even if they know your password.

What do I need to do?

On Feb. 15, K-State will begin enrolling students in Duo two-factor authentication. Students have been randomly added to enrollment groups, so you may receive your enrollment email in February, March, or April. When you receive your enrollment email, follow the instructions in the email and enroll in Duo, and set up your authentication device. You need to complete your enrollment within two weeks of receiving the email. Enrollment usually takes less than five minutes and requires a laptop or desktop computer and a mobile device for self-enrollment. For step-by-step enrollment instructions, view the Duo Enrollment Guide. Continue reading “Duo two-factor enrollment begins Feb. 15” →

Duo student enrollment begins Feb. 15

Posted on by Christine Doucette

On Feb. 15, K-State will begin enrolling students in Duo two-factor authentication. This is a big undertaking for the university, and your help is needed in spreading the word about enrollment. When you meet with students, please take a moment, and remind them to sign up for Duo.

Students have been randomly placed into different enrollment groups. Over the next few months, students will receive an email when it is time for the group to enroll. Students must follow the instructions in the email and enroll in Duo within two weeks of receiving the email. After two weeks, if a student fails to enroll, they will be unable to use K-State’s online applications and systems until they enroll in Duo. At this time, Duo will not be required for access to Canvas. Continue reading “Duo student enrollment begins Feb. 15” →

Division of IT welcomes you to the spring semester

Posted on by Cathy Rodriguez

The Division of Information Technology provides various resources and services for free. Get your semester off to a good start by checking out a few of them.

  • Get a free copy of Microsoft Office for personal use on up to 5 PCs or Macs, 5 tablets, and 5 phones. See the installation instructions for Mac, Windows, and mobile devices.
  • Use Microsoft 365 on the web – a collaboration suite that includes tools such as email, calendar, office applications, file storage space, Teams, and more. You can access the suite from your desktop, web browser, or phone.
  • Connect your mobile devices to K-State’s wireless network.
  • Get antivirus – K-Staters connecting their computers to the Kansas State University network can use the approved antivirus software of their choice or choose from the list of recommended software.
  • Use K-State’s Qualtrics survey system. Faculty/staff and authorized students can use the Qualtrics Survey System. Qualtrics is a comprehensive survey tool with more than 90 question types, simplified reporting tools, online training modules, a library of surveys to peruse, and more.
  • Use Zoom (video and audio conferencing) to meet virtually.
    Use Zoom to set up an online staff meeting, a training session, a class group meeting, beam in a speaker, and more. See the Using Zoom guide to get started.
  • Remote access to software – Remote access to software in the K-State computer labs allows students to use specialized software and avoid having to purchase themselves. Popular software includes SAS, SPSS, Mathematica, and Matlab. Unfortunately, Adobe Creative Cloud is not available for remote access. To see a list of all software available in the computing labs, visit the Software in the Computing Labs page. To learn how to access the software, visit the Remote Access page.
  • Get IT Help

More IT resources for K-Staters are on the Welcome to IT at K-State website.

Enroll in Duo now for a chance to win a pair of Apple AirPods

Posted on by Christine Doucette

Take a study break and enroll in Duo two-factor authentication! To keep your personal information safe, K-State offers Duo as a second layer of security for your account by using a secondary device to verify your identity. Early Duo enrollment is now through Jan. 13. Students who enroll early will be entered into a drawing to win a pair of Apple AirPods.

During the early enrollment event, K-State will give away 20 pairs of Apple AirPods. To learn more about the incentive prizes, view K-State’s Duo website. The 20 winners will be drawn on Feb. 1, 2023. 

On Feb. 15, 2023, mandatory Duo two-factor authentication enrollment will begin. All students must use Duo when they sign into K-State’s tools and services, including webmail and KSIS. At this time, Canvas will not be included.

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Enroll in Duo by Jan. 13 for your chance to win Apple AirPods

Posted on by Christine Doucette

To keep your personal information safe, K-State offers Duo two-factor authentication to provide a second layer of security for your account by using a secondary device to verify your identity. Early Duo enrollment is now through Jan. 13. Students who enroll early will be entered into a drawing to win a pair of Apple AirPods.

During the early enrollment event, K-State will give away 20 pairs of Apple AirPods. To learn more about the incentive prizes, view K-State’s Duo website. The 20 winners will be drawn on Feb. 1, 2023. 

On Feb. 15, 2023, mandatory Duo two-factor authentication enrollment will begin. All students will be required to use Duo when they sign into K-State’s tools and services, including webmail and KSIS. At this time, Canvas will not be included.

Continue reading “Enroll in Duo by Jan. 13 for your chance to win Apple AirPods” →