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Update to bring enhancements to UWinsite Student
Nov 10th, 2021
UWinsite Student update

When UWinsite Student re-opens, a gently refreshed look will greet users. A few basic functions have improved while staying true to the original plan of updating the system to stay current with back-end requirements.

Redesigned icons will appear across the top of the system. Students will now be able to quickly access their registration time in the left-hand navigation panel in “Manage Classes.” Faculty and staff will have the option of opening another window from the menu bar to better compare screens side-by-side.

A few other minor changes will take place; the Registrar’s Office encourages users to visit the system after the update to familiarize themselves with it.

The scheduled UWinsite Student update will cause the system to be unavailable from 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, to the evening of Monday, Nov. 22.

The uwindsor.ca/uwinsite/all-news web page will have the latest information on the project.

Email any questions related to the UWinsite Student Project to uwinsite@uwindsor.ca. If anyone is experiencing an issue with UWinsite Student, open a ticket and it will be routed to the right area for help.

Test your cybersecurity knowledge
Nov 8th, 2021
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Can you spot a phishing attempt? Do you know how to thwart a tech-support scam?

To wrap up Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021, Information Technology Services has launched Cybersecurity Learning Modules and Self-Assessment for faculty, staff, and students to test their skills.

IT Services is offering a Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 tablet to encourage participation.

All you need to do is complete the self-assessment by 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 28 to be eligible for a chance to win the prize. One winner will be selected in a random draw and will be contacted by email in the days following.

Countdown is on for update to UWinsite Student
Nov 3rd, 2021
UWinsite Student logo

A scheduled UWinsite Student update will cause the system to be unavailable from 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, to the evening of Monday, Nov. 22.

In preparation for the update, Information Technology Services is asking faculty, staff, and students who access the platform to be mindful of how this could affect them. The offices of the Registrar, Student Accounts, Student Awards and Financial Aid will be closed during this time.

The team behind the update is working to minimize its impact.

“We know how vital the system is to our campus operations, so it has been mostly scheduled over a weekend, during a quieter period,” says Lorraine Chandler, acting University Registrar.

For students with Winter 2022 registration appointment times prior to Nov. 18, the shopping cart and registration features will be paused during the four-day period. The courses added to the cart prior to the evening of Nov. 18 will be available once the system is back online.

Other campus systems will be minimally affected, and students can expect to continue using Blackboard Learn while UWinsite Student is offline. Anyone who needs a transcript prior to Nov. 23 should submit a request by Tuesday, Nov. 17.

During the next three weeks, news stories and emails will keep the campus up to date. The uwindsor.ca/uwinsite/all-news webpage will have the latest information on the project.

UWinsite Student is expected to be online as usual on Nov. 23.

Email questions related to the UWinsite Student Project to uwinsite@uwindsor.ca. Anyone experiencing an issue with UWinsite Student should open a ticket and it will be routed to the right area for help.

Windows 11 roll out provides a new view
Nov 1st, 2021
Windows 11 Start screen

Windows 11 will roll out for eligible campus PC users beginning Nov. 2. It will feature a refreshed look, more functionality to organize your desktop, and enhanced integration.

Users with compatible Windows 10 devices will receive a Windows Update prompt on their PCs when Windows 11 is available for their devices. Information Technology Services discourages upgrading before this message is received, as manually upgrading to Windows 11 may not supply the best experience, or it could result in a failed installation.

“We recommend that individuals who receive the prompt to upgrade to Windows 11 schedule at least an hour update. Pick a time that is quieter for you, perhaps when you are free of important deadlines, exams, or meetings for proper installation and to get comfortable with the updated environment,” says Stephen Karamatos, manager of technology and innovation in IT Services. “Remember this upgrade is optional at this time so immediate action is not required.”

More information on upgrading your workstation can be found in a knowledge base article.

In addition to performance improvements, Windows 11 offers a modernized desktop appearance with snap layouts to customize the layout of windows. There is monitor recognition offering continuity to users working remotely and on-campus on different devices. Microsoft now places the Start menu at the centre of the screen. Teams will now integrate into the taskbar for easier access.

Watch a Tech Talk showing some of the new Windows 11 features with Carl Amlin from IT Services.

Windows 10 will continue to be supported by Microsoft until October 2025. IT Services also advises that when buying a new computer, ensure either that it comes with Windows 11 preinstalled or is Windows 11 compatible. Additional questions regarding new computer purchases can be referred to IT Services.

Video outlines device management basics for UWindsor employees
Oct 29th, 2021
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The University uses device management to manage corporate devices and personal ones (Bring Your Own Device or BYOD) used by the campus community, including desktop and laptop computers and mobile devices.

Learn more about device management, why it is used, and its relevance to you by watching Information Technology Services team member Alisa Giroux-Souilliere explain the basics in this 151-second Tech Talk video.

Tech Talk is a presentation of IT Services. More Tech Talks are available at www.uwindsor.ca/its/tech-talk.