Attention Gamers: Access to Destiny’s Servers is Enabled
Recently, the IT Helpdesk received multiple calls regarding a new console game, Destiny, developed by Bungie. To the game enthusiast, Destiny promises to be a great Sci-Fi shooter game on the scale that rivals top massively multiplayer online (MMO) games. Gaming on UM Networks Destiny’s servers were inaccessible from UM networks because of a design […]
Introducing myOleMiss 2.0
In a few weeks, you’ll notice some big changes to your myOleMiss interface. Since rolling out the original portal design in 2008, all of our first-hand experience and collected feedback have provided us with clear directions for improving it. On September 20, we’ll be rolling out those improvements to everyone. Here are some highlights.
Get up to Speed on the IT Enhancements over the Summer
Welcome! The Office of Information Technology (IT) has been busy preparing for new and returning faculty and students. Below are some of the important changes we made during the summer along with links to common websites and informative TECHNews articles. SAP Grants Management To provide enhanced oversight of research funding, the University implemented an additional […]
Chris Barnes Crosses a Major IT Milestone
Today, we are celebrating the accomplishments of Chris Barnes, a Microcomputer Consultant I with the IT Helpdesk. Chris has crossed a major IT milestone by closing 10,000 IT Helpdesk tickets! Chris was recently honored with a plaque to show our appreciation for his work ethic, service and commitment to the University of Mississippi. Joining […]
Tech Support Call Scam Leads to Malware & Financial Loss
This is being redistributed at the request of Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services. The original distribution date was October 30, 2013. Recent occurrences are being reported. The Risk: Malicious actors use call centers to cold call victims in an attempt to gain access to the victim’s computer, install malware, steal personally identifiable information (PII), and […]
The Technology I Bought This Summer
This summer, I had to open up the wallet. My old TV went on the blink, my PC was running in molasses, and my son wanted to go skydiving for his birthday/graduation gift. Oh, and someone decided to implant a kidney stone where it didn’t belong, but that is a story for another day. Fortunately, […]
Summer UM Box Enhancements
To everyone who actively uses UM Box, thanks! If you haven’t used UM Box yet, you are missing out on the benefits of this UM-sponsored cloud storage solution that is an alternative to your USB Drive. You get 10 GB of storage by default and automatic document versioning. In addition, you can collaborate with other faculty and students […]
Ole Miss Ranks #5 for Internet Upload Speeds
The University of Mississippi was ranked in the Top 5 for Internet upload speeds among state flagship universities. The summary of this nationwide survey can be seen in this Huffington Post article. Upload speeds are essential for fast services. This measurement plays a major factor in network response – a critical component necessary to allow cloud applications, user services, and […]
Now Available: Captioning Service for Online & Hybrid Courses
The Office of Online Design & eLearning (ODeL) has partnered with 3Play Media to make captioning and transcription services available to the University of Mississippi. Currently this service is only available for online and hybrid courses at UM, and will be paid for by the Division of Outreach and Continuing Education. If you are an […]
Official Ole Miss App ~ Announcement of Survey Winners 2014
In April, the University of Mississippi (UM) and Mercury Intermedia conducted a survey on the Official Ole Miss App to gather input for future enhancements to the app. The survey was open to students, parents, employees, alumni, fans and other interested individuals who were age 18 or older. To be eligible to win, survey participants were required […]