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FCC program helps pay for broadband
The Emergency Broadband Benefit program helps people struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic, connecting them to jobs, critical healthcare services, virtual classrooms and more.
Protect yourself from financial aid scams
Thorough information about keeping yourself safe during this time when financial aid might be top of mind.
8/25 Phishing Alert! Subject: “Notification”
Beware of an active phishing campaign on campus in which the attacker impersonates a UW–Madison employee support unit. The message asks recipients to click a link to a fake site promising $7,750 worth of Bitcoin in financial assistance.
8/16 Phishing Alert! Subject: “Benefits”
There’s an active phishing campaign targeting UW–Madison email addresses. The attacker offers to provide financial assistance to qualifying employees. Sure signs it’s bogus: misspellings and a link to a non-UW URL.
WiscVPN Adds Multi-Factor Authentication Aug 23
This upgrade is part of the mandated security processes from UW System President Tommy Thompson and helps protect WiscVPN against user credential theft.
Incoming! VPN will soon require DUO log in
On 8/23/2021 GlobalProtect WiscVPN will require MFA-DUO authentication. What do I need to know? This change will only affect users who access WiscVPN. At this time, no other VPNs on campus will be affected. The …
Cisco VoIP Telephone Options For Shared Spaces
There are 3 main options for shared workspaces: Jabber, Extension Mobility and multiple lines on a single phone. Get details to help you choose which option works best for you.
InfoLabs open this fall
UW–Madison InfoLabs will offer a full complement of in-person services this fall semester after operating much of last year at reduced capacity due to the pandemic.
Now Add and Share Your Pronouns in UW–Madison Zoom
This eagerly anticipated feature allows you to indicate how you’d like to be referred to in class, in online discussions and meetings, or anywhere else Zoom displays your name. Get step-by-step instructions.