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Services & Tools Updates
Introducing new Outlook for Windows
Preview the new Outlook for Windows, which brings a modern and simplified design to your Outlook app. New features include personalization options and settings.
Google Workspace project page helps you stay up to date on changes
Changes to Google Workspace are underway. The project page is your go-to spot for details on what to expect—offering helpful links and updates to keep you in the loop.
Learn what not to store in Google Drive
True or false: You can store personal files and photos on your UW–Madison Google Drive. Not sure? Check your answer and get a refresher on a few guidelines highlighted in Google Workspace usage policies.
Box Sync not supported on Apple Silicon devices
Are you a UW–Madison Box user? Do you access your Box account with the Box Sync desktop client using a Mac device? If so, read on.
DoIT Jira & Confluence (Wiki) services to be discontinued Jan 2025
Users are encouraged to migrate to alternative services or self-managed and licensed Atlassian products by Dec 13, 2024.
New process to share updates about Zoom requirements
You may have noticed you’re often asked to check which version of Zoom you’re running. To keep up with these changing requirements, we’ve created a new Google Group you can join. (Don’t worry—we’ll also continue to share updates in TechNews!)
Change to Qualtrics libraries
As part of an ongoing commitment to accessibility and product improvement, Qualtrics redesigned the library user interface.
Qualtrics releases new contact list directory
Learn more about the change and how to best organize your contact lists in the new user interface.
Changes coming to Google Workspace, MyDrive and Shared Drive storage quotas
Beginning June 2023, UW-Madison Google Workspace accounts will no longer have unlimited storage. Accounts will be subject to a storage quota. Learn more about the project areas of focus.