Observed every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month was created by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (CISA) and the National Cybersecurity Alliance, and is a collaborative effort between government and industry to ensure every American has the resources they need to stay safer and more secure online. Continue reading Security Awareness Month Essentials: OIT’s Greatest Hits
In an effort to streamline and improve the study abroad application process, SMU Abroad has transitioned to a new web-based platform, Via TRM. This platform promises an intuitive, user-friendly experience for both students and faculty, replacing the outdated system that has been in place for years. Continue reading OIT Helps Enhance Study Abroad Application Process with Via TRM
You may already be using Microsoft Teams for meeting and collaborating with your immediate team members, but did you know that Teams can also host webinars for your larger meetings and events? Here’s some basics on what you can do! Continue reading Webinars in Teams? Yes You Can!
To maintain optimal performance and security for our Mac computers on campus, we are implementing an updated restart policy in our device management platform, Jamf. Regularly restarting your computer is essential for keeping the operating system up to date, resolving memory issues, and ensuring that applications run smoothly.
Here’s an overview of the new policy! Continue reading Updated Restart Requirements for SMU-Owned Macs
A new idea can start with a simple spark during an everyday task. A recent example of this from an OIT staffer resulted in the introduction of a new website that provides an improved experience when exploring SMU’s academic programs. Continue reading New Program Directory Enables Academic Exploration
