K-State will begin using geolocation to assist in safeguarding accounts from being compromised by utilizing IP information on computers and mobile devices on Monday, June 12. With geolocation, users will be alerted of suspicious attempts to access K-State accounts. If suspicious activity is recognized, the user will receive an email notification of the activity with recommendations on the next steps, which could include updating account passwords.
How does geolocation work?
Whenever you connect to the internet with your phone, computer, or tablet, your device creates a unique identifier called an IP address. K-State can use IP-based geolocation to find the country or city when a device connects to our services and resources. Being able to verify this information is vital to avoid potential cyber threats. K-State only uses the data to determine typical login patterns for your account and then decide whether a new login is safe.
You may already use geolocation through online banking, video streaming, and gaming services. Geolocation technology can also be called geopositioning, geotracking, and geolocalization.
Need help? 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.
