What does the transition mean for me?
| Expand | ||
|---|---|---|
| ||
To ensure that university-owned computers are secure and receive the latest patches, ITS will transition all computers running Windows 7 to Windows 10. As per Microsoft: “After January 14, 2020, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or support for PCs running Windows 7.” - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsforbusiness/end-of-windows-7-support |
| Expand | ||
|---|---|---|
| ||
Yes. After January 14, 2020, any remaining PCs not upgraded to Windows 10 will be disconnected from the network to reduce the potential for the installation of malware that takes advantage of a non-secure operating system. |
...
| Expand | ||
|---|---|---|
| ||
While your office computer is being upgraded, computer labs will be available for your use. These include computers in McEwen G22, Reed Library, Thompson W203, and Thompson W207. If you require a laptop loaner, please contact the ITS Service Center at ITS.ServiceCenter@fredonia.edu or by calling (716) 673-3407. |
...
| Expand | ||
|---|---|---|
| ||
After completing the Computer Administrative Privileges Request Process, please follow the below process to use admin access on your Windows 10 computer.
|
| Expand | ||
|---|---|---|
| ||
With the migration of the U: drives to the new servers, SFTP access to U: drives will no longer be available. For Faculty/Staff that need off campus access to their U: drives, they can use VPN (Virtual Private Network) to Remote Desktop into their campus computer or to TS1.ad.fredonia.edu. For more details on setting up VPN access, please refer to: Getting started with the Fredonia Virtual Private Network (VPN) Services There is no option for students to access their U: drives from off campus. For students that need access to their files when off campus, it is recommended that they save their files to their Google Drive which they can access from off campus. For more information on using Google Drive, please refer to: How do I use Google Drive? |
...
| Expand | ||
|---|---|---|
| ||
Training resources on Windows 10 are available on Lynda.com, Microsoft’s website, and in-person training sessions will be provided by ITS. More information on training sessions provided by ITS will be sent to the Faculty/Staff Listserv. |
...
| Expand | ||
|---|---|---|
| ||
FredApps is folder that is provisioned out to authorized Fredonia employee computers that have a specified need to save files from their local C:\ Drive on their University computer. This service is typically reserved for employees that are developers (e.g. Information Technology staff, etc.). Process to request access to FredApps:
|
...