Two UConn file transfer services will be retiring soon. Dropbox (dropbox.uconn.edu) — provides large file sharing for files up to 100GB. FileLocker (filelocker.uconn.edu) — a temporary file storage system that enables secure file sharing. ITS will formally retire both services in 2022. Going forward, Microsoft OneDrive can be used to securely request and share files […]
New VPN Service “AnyConnect” Will Replace Pulse Secure
Pulse Secure VPN is being replaced by Cisco AnyConnect. If you use the University VPN, AnyConnect offers the same functionality as Pulse but delivers an enhanced and faster experience for online conferencing and content streaming. Pulse Secure VPN will be available until the end of January 2022. The Cisco AnyConnect installation has already been pushed […]
New Ticket System for SAIT Help Requests
SAIT launched a new ticketing system for IT support requests on June 21, 2021. The new system is called Jira and replaces the old system called Request Tracker (RT). Jira allows SAIT staff to manage and route incoming requests, track issue histories and communicate with requestors. This system is also used by ITS and other […]
System Outage Monday, April 26, 2021
Planned Outage: Data center firewall reboot on Monday, April 26, between 5:30am – 7:30am. ITS has scheduled a reboot of the data center firewall on Monday, during the maintenance window. Some Student Affairs services will lose connectivity for approximately 15 minutes when the reboot occurs. This will affect VPN, remote access, printing, file services and […]
Manage Student Worker Email Accounts with Account Sponsorship Application
The Account Sponsorship Application enables all full-time employees to create, manage, and expire student worker email accounts A “sponsor” vouches for an individual or individuals so that they can have an account that allows them access to University resources. These accounts include: NetID affiliate accounts for those who need temporary access NetIDwork accounts for student […]
Chat With Website Visitors Using Tawk.to
Tawk.to is a free messaging app to monitor and chat with the visitors on your website. This service integrates with UConn Aurora websites. Once enabled, Tawk uses an icon in the lower right of the designated web page to alert visitors that your website has a live chat option. Get Tawk.to for your Website Email […]
Support for Remote Working
To help facilitate Student Affairs staff working remotely we have provided connection instructions on our newly updated “Work Remotely” page. Work Remotely You will find a list of options that reflect a variety of computing setups and how to connect to university resources. We also have user guides for accessing Office 365 email, WebEx and […]