Starting August 3, 2020 we will be moving our Google text chatting experience from the classic Google Hangouts to Google Chat. Google Chat is Google’s latest organization-grade messaging and collaboration platform that is similar to Microsoft Teams, Slack, or other team chat platforms. It integrates with many of Google’s other G Suite services (including Meet […]
Last night’s Filr 4.2 upgrade went smoothly so this quick video tour was put together so that you can take a look at the changes. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to MLC Network Services at https://mlc-wels.edu/support. Thanks!
Greetings! Micro Focus Filr enables those who are working away from campus to have access to campus file services through a web browser, desktop application, or mobile application. Micro Focus recently released an updated version of Filr and we are planning on upgrading to that version on June 3, 2020. The upgrade should not take […]
Get the latest security fixes for your software. The people who build the software you use are constantly working to make that software more secure. Many software packages will inform you when an update is available. Others may update automatically. Check weekly to make sure that you have the latest updates. Follow the links below […]
Malware allows cybercriminals to use your device for purposes you never intended. Cybercriminals create malware to mine cryptocurrencies, steal information, crack passwords, and coordinate future attacks. Malware can find its way onto your device in the form of a free software download. It could be installed on your system by browsing a website with a […]
Our modern devices are small enough to take anywhere, yet big enough to carry all of our information. Their small size makes them easily stolen, and the quantity of precious information makes them a very valuable target. Protect your device with a passcode or a password. Always lock them when not in use. Never leave […]
The best passwords are long, unpredictable, unique, and private. Long, complex passwords are the best defense against brute force attacks. Computers are fast. Attackers can test many possible passwords against your account in a short time. A few additional characters make a big difference. Use 12 or more characters. Random or unpredictable passwords are the […]
Throughout the month of October, we are going to be highlighting various aspects of information security as part of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. As digital devices and services continue to be key components of the work we do as students, faculty, and staff information security becomes more and more important. Having good, unique passwords, keeping […]
Our internet service provider (ISP) will be undergoing scheduled maintenance on September 24, 2019 from 12 – 3 am. During this time there may be outages to services both on and off campus but the outages should be temporary. If you have any specific questions, comments, or concerns, please contact MLC Network Services. Thank you!
Just in time for school to start, we are announcing a new help site has been rolled out to everyone: KnightHelp! KnightHelp is a new help site where we are going to slowly accumulate important information for students, faculty, and staff over time. Prof. Rachel Feld has been working to move a lot of documentation […]
