Microsoft discovered a vulnerability in Windows Remote Desktop Services (August 13) and released two patches to correct the issue. Most Baylor assets are automatically patched for these events and, due to the risk of this issue, patches were also pushed to all sensitive computers – their administrators had a couple of days to apply the patch after which time it automatically applied itself.
Cable TV: We’ve mentioned that changes are coming and we will soon know more, but the gist is … most academic cable feeds will be scrambled this summer. Users wanting to continue cable service will need to purchase a set-top box from the chosen provider. This is expected to be a fairly low monthly cost. More to come.
Code 42 – CrashPlan Pro back-up services are available for all University computers; if users have questions, please call the Helpdesk. Users should be proactive.
April 13th is the deadline for Technology Security Review applications for items needing clearance to purchase in the current fiscal year. Even with this deadline, complex requests may not be completed in time to use fiscal 2018 funds – please submit as early as possible!
April 27th is the deadline for fiscal year 2018 technology purchases. Please contact us with any emergency needs. (NOTE: External grant purchases are typically not subject to this deadline but have their own due dates – usually at the end of the grant. If you do not understand this, please ask for clarification.)
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Microsoft will cease support for Windows 7 on Jan 14. 2020. All systems remaining on campus will lose networking services on this date due to security issues.
All mainstream computers are expected to be replaced by this time.
Users with hardware or software constrains (systems requiring Windows 7) have two years to seek alternatives. Please plan accordingly – we are glad to assist.
With the many online and computer streaming options, do we still have an academic need for cable TV? ITS wants to know. Comment or send us a message. Thanks.
The Windows operating system used to remain stable for many years – XP seems like it was around for decades, Win 7 goes end-of-life in January 2020, and MSFT recently announced Windows 10 may have upgrades every 18 months.
While this process is seamless to most computer users, for those with sensitive software configurations or instruments controlled by a Windows 10 computer, these changes could disrupt services. For now, it just an FYI …
Some important announcements came out of our July Academic/ITS meeting; please take note (Don’t miss #5!) and contact us if you have questions!
04/21/2016 Academic Technology Directors Meeting – Public Notes