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Increased phishing scams during the holidays

""Be on the lookout for increased phishing email scams this holiday season.

Phishing is an attempt by cybercriminals, posing as a legitimate business, to trick you into sharing personal information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, or bank account numbers, via a fraudulent email or website.

Sophisticated attackers will even attempt to get you to disclose passcodes from your Duo app to bypass the protections that two-factor authentication provides. K-State will never ask for your Duo backup passcode immediately following login. If you are ever asked to give that in combination with your password – you are being scammed. Immediately report the email to abuse@ksu.edu.

For additional information on how Duo passcodes work, view the Duo Passcode knowledge base article.
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Dickens Hall computer lab closing Dec. 18

The computer lab in Dickens Hall Room 001A will permanently close on Dec. 18. The workstations will be removed, and the room will be repurposed.

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

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Thanksgiving schedule for the Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab

The Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab will have reduced hours and limited services during the week of Thanksgiving.

The lab will be open from 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. for Thanksgiving week on Nov. 20-22. It will be closed on Nov. 23-25. Regular hours will resume on Nov. 25. The Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab webpage has the hours for the fall semester. Continue reading “Thanksgiving schedule for the Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab”

Thanksgiving schedule for the IT Service Desk

The IT Service Desk, Equipment Checkout, and Media Center will have reduced hours during the Thanksgiving holiday. 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 fall semester. Continue reading “Thanksgiving schedule for the IT Service Desk”

Zoom minimum version requirement Nov. 4

Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy requiring a new minimum version every three months—the next enforcement is Nov. 4. This policy ensures all users have the required privacy and security updates and the latest features.

On Nov. 4, Zoom will require version 5.13.6 for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows. Users can check their Zoom version directly in the desktop client and mobile app. If the version is below 5.13.6, please upgrade to the latest version of the Zoom client as soon as possible. Continue reading “Zoom minimum version requirement Nov. 4”

The Creator’s Haven Series: Drawing Oct. 24

The Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab offers K-State students, faculty, and staff the opportunity to unleash their imagination and use the latest innovative technologies. During the fall semester, the lab hosted the Creator’s Haven Series, allowing K-Staters to learn new skills and use the unique technology within the maker spaces.

The final event in the series, Drawing, is Tuesday, Oct. 24, from 6-7 p.m. Take a journey of drawing, unlocking your inner artist. Continue reading “The Creator’s Haven Series: Drawing Oct. 24”

The Creator’s Haven Series: Cricut Oct. 17

The Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab offers K-State students, faculty, and staff the opportunity to unleash their imagination and use the latest innovative technologies. During the fall semester, the lab hosts the Creator’s Haven Series, allowing K-Staters to learn new skills and use the unique technology within the maker spaces.

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Cybersecurity Awareness: Password safety tips for all of your accounts

""In the digital age, your passwords are your first line of defense against online threats. Yet, many of us still rely on weak and easily guessable passwords. It’s like locking your front door but leaving the key under the mat. In this article, we’ll provide you with practical tips to strengthen your password security without overwhelming you. Let’s get started on the path to safeguarding your online accounts.

The good news is that creating and storing strong passwords with the help of a password manager is one of the easiest ways to protect ourselves from someone logging into our accounts and stealing sensitive information, data, money, or even our identities. Continue reading “Cybersecurity Awareness: Password safety tips for all of your accounts”

Software available to students, faculty, and staff

K-State provides free and for-purchase software products to students, faculty, and staff. The goal is to make resources available to the K-State community to provide the necessary tools to reach academic, research, and work goals.

Microsoft 365 is one of the most popular resources at K-State. The free office collaboration suite includes tools like email, calendar, applications, and file storage space. You can access the suite from your desktop, web browser, or phone. To learn more, view the Microsoft 365 webpage.

All active K-State faculty and staff will have free Adobe Creative Cloud license access. Managers may request a license for their student employees if the Adobe Creative Clouds apps are required for their job functions. To request a license, complete the Adobe order form.

The Adobe Creative Cloud, including Acrobat Pro DC, is a set of over 20 applications and services that allows access to a collection of software used for graphic design, video editing, web development, photography, mobile applications, and some optional cloud services. You can download individual apps or the entire suite. View the Downloading Adobe Creative Cloud Suite knowledge base article to learn more.

Many other application licenses are free or can be purchased through K-State. Restrictions apply to some of the software. To learn more, view the Application Licenses webpage.