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Author: btwaddle

  • Technology Purchasing Update

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    btwaddle

    Starting June 1, 2024, a new College-wide policy governing technology purchases will take effect. This policy covers all technology hardware, software, and subscription services purchased with institutional funds, including, but not limited to, operating budgets, annual gift funds, and endowment funds. The purpose of this policy is to establish a centralized technology procurement process within…

  • Important Adobe Updates

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    btwaddle

    Updated Adobe Creative Cloud offerings starting June 1, 2024 Due to continued price increases and licensing restrictions, GTS will no longer be able to offer Adobe Creative Cloud to Gustavus employees via our employee Virtual Lab environment starting on June 1, 2024.  Employees who have been accessing the Creative Cloud tools via the virtual lab…

  • Transition to Appointment Schedules in Google Calendar by July 2024

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    btwaddle

    Google has for some time offered 2 different options for appointment management in Google Calendar; the appointment slots feature and the appointment schedules tool. In July of 2024, appointment slots will be fully replaced by the more feature-rich appointment schedules tool. Starting July 18, 2024, you can no longer use or book appointment slots. To…

  • Email changes coming February 1

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    btwaddle

    Upcoming changes to Google and Yahoo email services that are intended to limit SPAM and malicious phishing attempts, will also necessitate improved security and better email list practices. Of particular note, email senders must adhere to the following: Authenticate emails using security protocols like DKIM, SPF, and DMARC. Implement one-click list-unsubscribe for bulk messages, and…

  • Campus Network Tips and Troubleshooting

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    btwaddle

    Gustavus Technology Services (GTS) is committed to providing and supporting a robust, reliable, and secure network for the Gustavus community to be able to learn, teach, and work effectively.  The purpose of this message is to inform the campus community about the College’s network options and provide some helpful information to allow you to take…

  • Temporary Access to Adobe Creative Cloud Products on Your Personal Device

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    btwaddle

    As a result of campus closure, student and employee access to Adobe Creative Cloud in labs and classrooms is not available. While we are still offering access through our virtual environments, Gustavus has worked with Adobe to provide temporary access for students and employees directly on their devices.  Installing the applications directly on your device…