University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: IT News

Windows 10 support ending Oct 14

After Oct 14, Microsoft will no longer release security updates or bug fixes for Windows 10, and support will end. Still using Windows 10? Learn about upgrade options.

How to avoid becoming a ‘money mule’

Never accept money from strangers. Learn why.

Learn@UW Newsletter, week of July 11

What’s happening? Learn@UW – Training Schedule set for Fall 2025 In late-August and early-September, Learn@UW is hosting a large array of training sessions focusing on several of our learning technologies. These sessions are 100% remote, and are intended for instructors and instructional staff all across the UW–‍Madison campus. Come when you can; leave when you …

Avoid Workday phishing scams

Now that Workday is here, we expect to be targeted by phishing attacks. We are counting on you to help keep UW secure by detecting and reporting phishing attempts. Brush up on some reminders to help you identify red flags.

Addressing recent name changes in campus services

Some users may have noticed changes to how their name is displayed across several campus services. Users should see this issue resolved by Monday, July 7.

Is that text message real—or is it smishing?

“Smishing” is a version of phishing, but the message arrives via text instead of email. Find out how you can protect yourself.

Ready for viewing: captioned recordings from the 2025 IT Professionals Conference

Now available on our YouTube page. Spend some time revisiting your favorite session or watching a session you missed.

A heartfelt thank you

A message from Chief Information Officer Lois Brooks: Thank you for 7 incredible years of partnership, growth and friendship.

A secure password is as easy as one_two_three

The difference between a weak password and a strong one may just be a turn of phrase. Learn more about how to select, manage and protect your passwords.

Welcome to Madison: IT community’s recommendations for UW’s new CIO

The UW–‍Madison IT community gave incoming CIO Didier Contis a fantastic primer on things to do and places to eat in the campus area as he and his family prepare to move to Madison.