HRIS, KSIS and DARS will undergo maintenance from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. on Sunday, April 14. Maintenance will be performed to keep the systems secure and up to date. Thank you for your patience as we work to maintain our IT systems.
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K-State using geolocation for cybersecurity
The internet is an incredible tool for learning and sharing information, but it poses a cybersecurity threat. To keep hackers from stealing your personal information, K-State uses geolocation to safeguard accounts from being compromised by utilizing IP information. 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.
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Records & Information Management month: What is a record?
As part of Records and Information Management Month, the K-State Libraries and the Division of IT collaborate to illuminate crucial aspects of records and information management. This article delves into the fundamental concept of a record and explores the diverse types of records commonly generated within organizational contexts.
What is a record?
Records are information you create and maintain while doing your job. Records can be in any media, including paper, magnetic tape, and optical disks. Work-related records (including email) that you produce in your home and on your personal home computers are still the property of K-State. Your records are unique to K-State and are evidence of who you are and what you do.
The best way to keep track of your records is by doing a thorough inventory. This means checking all your electronic systems and all places where records might be kept. An inventory is the first step in developing a formal records management program. Continue reading “Records & Information Management month: What is a record?”
Annual Cybersecurity Awareness training begins April 1
The annual Cybersecurity Awareness Training will be delivered to your K-State email inbox on Monday, April 1. All faculty, staff and student employees must complete the online training by Tuesday, April 30.
The training will teach you to spot phishing scams, keep passwords safe, and practice cyber hygiene. This training is mandatory for all state agencies through the State of Kansas ITEC Policy 7230 – Information Technology Enterprise Security Policy. Continue reading “Annual Cybersecurity Awareness training begins April 1”
Connecting to the correct wireless network
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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Use Adobe Creative Cloud to create a digital experience
All active K-State faculty and staff can access a free Adobe Creative Cloud license, including Acrobat Pro DC. The Adobe Creative Cloud includes over 20 applications and services, including software for graphic design, video editing, web development, photography, mobile applications, and some optional cloud services. You can download individual apps or the entire suite.
You can create graphics and illustrations for your projects with the Adobe Creative Cloud tools. You can also play with layouts, page designs, and more to publish, create, and share online videos anywhere.
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PaperCut maintenance scheduled for March 14
PaperCut maintenance is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, March 14. Papercut-supported printing will be unavailable on all campuses during this time. Thank you for your patience as we work to maintain our IT systems.
PaperCut is a cross-platform print monitoring application that runs on all major operating systems and is used to print wirelessly here at K-State.
HRIS, KSIS, and DARS maintenance scheduled for March 10
HRIS, KSIS, and DARS will undergo maintenance from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. on Sunday, March 10. Maintenance will be performed to keep the systems secure and up to date. Thank you for your patience as we work to maintain our IT systems.
IT Service Desk spring break schedule
The IT Service Desk will have reduced hours during spring break, open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 11-15, closed March 16. Regular hours will resume on March 17.
The Media Center will be open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 11-15. The IT Equipment Checkout will be closed during spring break.
You can 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. View the IT Service Desk Hours for the spring semester.
Manhattan campus computer labs
Do you need to use a computer? Many options are available at the computing labs across K-State’s Manhattan campus.
- Cardwell Hall Math/Physics Library — Room 105
- College of Business Admin. — Rooms: 1052, 1053, 3112, 3114, and 3121
- Hale Library — Located on the first, second, third, and fourth floors
- K-State Student Union — First floor
- Paul Weigel Library of AP Design — Room 1128, Regnier Hall
- Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab — First floor, Hale Library
