Technology Services

Author: jtwaddle

  • DUO Two-factor authentication enrollment

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    jtwaddle

    Gustavus Technology Services’ ongoing relationship with DUO Security offers all employees the ability to enhance the security of their Gustavus account by enrolling in two-factor authentication. A username and password are no longer considered a secure mechanism for authentication. Two-Factor authentication adds an additional layer of security to your Gustavus account by requiring a supplemental…

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

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    jtwaddle

    The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) enforcement takes effect on May 25, 2018 and many questions have arisen in anticipation of this date. This broad new law attempts to enforce data protections for all EU citizens, whether they are home or abroad.  To learn more about this legislation and how it impacts Gustavus, please visit the…

  • Try out the new GusMail interface and features

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    jtwaddle

    GusMail users can try out the new refreshed interface by following the instructions below. On your computer, go to GusMail. At the top right, click Settings  Try the new Gustavus Adolphus College Mail. If you change your mind, just click Settings  Go back to classic Gustavus Adolphus College Mail. Learn more about the following new features: Organize emails from…

  • GusMail advanced anti-phishing and malware capabilities

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    jtwaddle

    GusMail now has additional safety features to protect against phishing and malware.  GusMail will display a warning when an email message falls under one of the following conditions: An encrypted attachment is received from an untrusted sender An attachment contains scripts from an untrusted sender A malicious url is identified behind a shortened URL A…

  • Windows 10 1709 Update Deployment

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    jtwaddle

    Gustavus Technology Services will begin deployment of the Microsoft Windows 10 1709 update on Gustavus owned employee computers running an older version of Windows 10 on April 5th.  This update from Microsoft will happen automatically and includes several feature updates and security patches to enhance the security of the computer. Due to the large size…

  • Learn more about the technology resources available to you

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    jtwaddle

    Gustavus Technology Services welcomes all students and employees back from the break and would like to share some of the technology resources that are available to you.  Come in from the cold and learn more about the resources available. The Technology Helpline is available to offer assistance with all of the technology resources available to…

  • The break is a great time to migrate to GusMail!

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    jtwaddle

    Migrating to GusMail can take some time depending on how many messages you have.  This makes the break a great time to migrate.  Enjoy the benefits of GusMail listed below by migrating today! Unlimited email storage space Integration with Gustavus Google Drive, Calendar and other GSuite apps Quick and accurate email search Powerful email management…

  • Are you on the fence about migrating to GusMail?

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    jtwaddle

    GusMail (G Suite for Education Email or GMail) usage at Gustavus continues to grow. 96% of Gustavus students are using GusMail for their email and more employees are moving each day. If you are you still on the fence about migrating to GusMail, here are a few questions to consider. Are you out of space…

  • GusMail use continues to grow

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    jtwaddle

    With over 4500 successful migrations to GusMail (G Suite for Education Email) and over 2500 current students and employees using GusMail, Gustavus Technology Services is pleased to see the number of GusMail users continue to expand. GusMail offers several advantages including but not limited to: Unlimited email storage space Integration with Gustavus Google Drive, Calendar…

  • GTS recommends all employees enable DUO two-factor authentication

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    jtwaddle

    A username and password are no longer considered a secure mechanism for authentication.  Two-Factor Authentication adds an additional layer of security to your Gustavus account by requiring a supplemental method for authentication such as a mobile device or hardware token.  GTS strongly recommends all employees enable two-factor authentication on their Gustavus account to help protect…