Technology is an ever-evolving entity—and so is cybercrime. One way to lower your risk of a cyberattack is to keep your devices, software and apps up to date.
IT News
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.
Beware the phish
Scammers are getting better at their craft. Learn how to detect and report even the most legitimate-looking phishing attempt.
Learn@UW Newsletter, week of September 13
What’s happening? Top Hat – Outages reported last week Partial Top Hat outages were detected Monday, September 9. Continued issues have been reported by a small number of students in large-enrollment courses. While Top Hat …
AI-powered scams: How to protect yourself in the age of artificial intelligence
Scammers are using generative AI technology to supercharge their schemes. Learn the telltale signs of a scam—and what to do if you find yourself targeted.
Name change: Onsite Help Desk
The Walk-In Help Desk is now the Onsite Help Desk. The team and services remain the same—and agents are ready to help you with your tech troubles.
Make it accessible: Enabling a digitally accessible university
Accessibility is critical to inclusion—and at UW–Madison, it’s everyone’s responsibility. Not sure how to make your documents and digital content accessible to all? Start here.
AI meeting assistants now available in Zoom & Webex
You can now harness artificial intelligence to automatically generate summaries and action items from Zoom and Webex meetings. Learn how to get started.
08/25 Email phishing alert: Subject line “NOTICE BY IT ADMINISTRATOR TO VERIFY YOUR ACCOUNT”
Scammers recently sent phony email messages that appear to come from legitimate campus email addresses. Learn how to protect yourself!
Systems Engineering & Operations is hiring
Applications are open for critical infrastructure engineer. This team designs, deploys, configures and supports campus life/safety systems. Deadline: Sep 3.