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IM: The Newest Way to Get Support
MAY 2, 2008—Information Services now offers live technical support via instant messaging.
The easiest way to connect using instant messaging (IM) is to visit http://micro.uoregon.edu/helpdesk.html. No special software is required.
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Getting Ready for Eugene '08
MARCH 19, 2008—Network Services installs cable for expansion of service at Hayward Field.
Information Services installed many different kinds of cable for a variety of purposes. The new scoreboard alone, required fiber optic, cable TV, phone wire and custom cabling.
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University of Oregon becomes a "Phishing" target
MARCH. 25, 2008—Bogus emails emulate DuckWeb login.
The University of Oregon is currently being used as a 'Phishing' target. Emails are being forwarded, asking users to sign in to Duckweb, then directing them to a page that looks like the Duck ID system. This email is fraudulent. Please carefully check the URLs of the University websites that you are visiting. If you have logged in to the phishing Web site, notify Microcomputer Services at (541) 346-4412 or microhelp@lists.uoregon.edu.
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A Report on Web 2.0 and its Potential Uses
NOVEMBER 28, 2007—Definition, overview, and applications associated with Web 2.0 inhigher education.
For a definition of Web 2.0, the obvious place to look is on one of the best examples of a Web 2.0 site: Wikipedia.
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"Noted Authority on IT Trends in Academic Research Speaks on Campus"
APRIL 9, 2007—Clifford Lynch, was the guest speaker at an event sponsored by the UO Libraries and Information Services.
Clifford Lynch, a leading authority on current and future trends in the use of information technology, was the guest speaker at an event sponsored by the UO Libraries and Information Services.
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Brady Outlines IT's Role in Meeting Challenges
JANUARY 16, 2007—Provost Linda Brady takes questions from the campus technical community at a Departmental Computer Group.
The UO's new chief academic officer began by sounding the keynote of academic excellence in research and teaching, and this theme reverberated throughout her talk.
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New Podcast Interest Group on Campus
JANUARY 8, 2007—The recently formed Podcasting Interest Group is exploring the future of podcasting at the University of Oregon.
The group has a particular focus on understanding infrastructure needs,
coordinating the wide range of departmental initiatives, and supporting podcasting course sessions.
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USENET News Going Away This Fall
DECEMBER 18, 2006—As of December 18, 2006, the USENET News server has been permanently retired.
Although USENET News services continued to be an important resource
for some, the overall decline in readership, coupled with theincrease
in traffic volume, placed unique pressure on the server's ability
to deliver a high-quality news service.
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"The Future of Information Technology (Implications for Higher Education)"
SEPTEMBER 18, 2006—Distinguished speaker shares his thoughts on the challenges facing higher education in the information age.
Dr. James Penrod addressed a diverse gathering of UO Information Technology staff
on the future of IT and its implications for higher education.
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University's information technology resources evolve
JULY 24, 2006—Information Services new name for IT organization.
After an extensive review
process, the University of Oregon's information technology resources
will be reorganized to better address the needs of the campus
community, said Don Harris, the university's vice provost for
information services and chief information officer.
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Thai princess launches expanded distance-learning program
JULY 16, 2006—Highly-successful venture developed at University of Oregon.
A Thai princess visited the University of Oregon this summer, launching the expansion
of a thriving distance-learning program developed at the university. Her Royal
Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol dedicated a gift of 1,700 books—a
collection containing some of the royal family's favorite items on Thai culture and history.
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Deptcomp Task Force Information
MAY 26, 2006—Campuswide task force groups were recently formed to tackle some of the technical issues we all face.
Group tasks include researching and recommending help desk software for the
local and university level, considering the possibilities for expanding
site license purchases, coordinating technical training and professional
development opportunities, and developing standard policies and
procedures for IT resources to be recommended to decision-makers.
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