Changes to MCGILL ALERT! mobile device notifications
۲ݮƵ’s Emergency Notification System allows you to opt in your mobile device to receive alerts during time-sensitive situations and disruptions in the use of various buildings on campus.
In the past, some mobile phone carriers only allowed voice messages, not SMS text messaging. Today, all carriers support SMS, so we will switch all Emergency Notification System messaging to SMS for mobile phones starting September 18.
Win Beats Headphones! Enter the IT Services Virtual Scavenger Hunt contest!
Welcome to a new term! The IT Services Virtual Scavenger Hunt is now open to all ۲ݮƵ students for a chance to win Beats wireless headphones!
How to enter:
InfoEd is now available
UPDATE:InfoEd is once again available.
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ORIGINAL Message posted September 3, 2024
Phishing scam: ۲ݮƵ University Shared Docs with you
A targeted phishing email is currently circulating, asking you to open an attachment that contains a fraudulent link to shared documents. See an example of the message on the top of this page.
Please DO NOT click anylinks or reply to the message. Delete this email immediately! It does NOT come from a ۲ݮƵ source.
RESOLVED: Service disruption: Inbound telephone calls
This issue has been resolved.
۲ݮƵ's telephone services are currently experiencing an unexpected outage affecting inbound calls. Please note that outbound calls are operating normally at this time.
This issue is a result of planned maintenance work conducted by Bell Canada. While no downtime was expected during this maintenance, an unforeseen complication has disrupted our inbound call services.
Maintenance is scheduled for Network File Share servers
Please be advised that maintenance is scheduled for Network File Share servers from Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 10:00 PM till Wednesday, August 14th, 2024 1:00 AM.
During this period, the file shares will be shutdown and will not be accessible. The following services will be impacted
Secure version of Microsoft Copilot available to ۲ݮƵ community!
۲ݮƵ offers a secure version of Microsoft Copilot that protects our data, known as the Commercial Data Protection version. Microsoft Copilot, formerly known as Bing Chat or Bing Chat for Enterprise, is an AI tool built into Microsoft Edge.
By engaging with an AI chatbot, Microsoft Copilot can:
Wi-Fi network: Action required for devices on iOS and MacOS to renew certificate
On Friday, June 21, the security certificate that secures authentication to ۲ݮƵ's wpa.mcgill.ca, eduroam, and cusm-muhc.mcgill.ca Wi-Fi networks will be renewed. This certificate allows you to sign on to the Wi-Fi network in a secure manner.
For Android and most Windows devices, the change will be seamless, and no action is required. However, devices that run iOS and MacOS will display a message prompting users to accept the new certificate.
Updates coming to myFuture: enhancing student experience!
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This message is intended solely for users of the myFuture manager portal on behalf of Darlene Hnatchuk, Director - Career Planning Service (CaPS).
Dear all,
IMPORTANT: Please review your MS ‘Public’ Teams group(s) before May 27, 2024
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The following is a message from ۲ݮƵ IT Services.
ALL owners of "Public" MS Teams groups are required to audit their groups.
IMPORTANT: Windows 11 Upgrade Rollout / Annonce de la mise à niveau vers Windows 11
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Exciting changes are coming your way! Windows 10 will be upgraded to Windows 11 on ICS-managed computers, bringing you enhanced features and performance. The upgrade will be rolled out gradually. Newly acquired devices will be pre-installed with Windows 11!
Omnivox decommissioning and transition to Qualtrics
New changes to the e-election platform!
VPN Downtime Alert - Monday, April 29, between 5:00am-6:00am
VPN Downtime Alert: There will be a temporary interruption in VPN service on Monday, April 29, between 5:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. VPN access will not be available during this period.
We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.