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#256 Apple Security Update 

April 13, 2015

Apple has released updates to address multiple vulnerabilities that have been discovered in Apple’s OS X, Safari, iOS, and Xcode products that could allow remote code execution.

 

#253 Update Available for Box Sync Vulnerability on Mac 

February 10, 2015

Box has issued an update for Box Sync 4.x for Mac OSX to fix a security vulnerability that could allow an attacker to view sensitive data.

 

#242 Connecting Devices To WiFi 

August 25, 2014

The wireless network available on campus is called AirPennNet.  Here are some guides on how to connect your Windows or Mac laptop and your iPhone/iPad or Android device.

 

#241 Prepare Your Laptop For The Fall Semester 

August 19, 2014

Before the semester begins, it’s important to make sure your laptop is secure and up to date by configuring automatic software updates and installing antivirus software (which the University provides).

 

#239 Useful Siri Commands 

June 23, 2014

Need to make quick changes to your iPhone’s settings or search for something on the Internet? Use these Siri commands to let your phone do all the work and give your thumbs a break.

 

#236 Use Camera LED Flash For Notifications In iOS 

June 4, 2014

Feel like you keep missing notifications on your iPhone? Here are instructions on how to set your camera flash to flicker and grab your attention when you receive a notification.

 

#234 Spring Cleaning: Remove Old Files and Applications 

May 21, 2014

Does your computer feel cluttered? Here are some quick tips on how to find and remove old files and applications in both Windows and Mac OS X.

 

#228 Using Middle Click on a Mouse 

April 22, 2014

Did you know that the scrolling wheel on your mouse is also a button? This tip will showcase some uses of the middle click button.

 

#221 Create Custom Shortcuts on a Mac 

March 24, 2014

Mac OS X has built in keyboard shortcuts for many features, but why memorize when you can customize shortcuts?  This tip will explain how to edit keyboard shortcuts in Mac OS X.

 

#220 Canvas iOS App 3.0 

March 20, 2014

Canvas has just released a new version of their mobile app for iOS.  Download it today for your iPhone or iPad!

 

#219 Learn with Lynda: Configure an iPad for Business 

March 17, 2014

Learn how to configure your iPad so it is useful for work.  This short Lynda course contains tutorials on how to set up an external keyboard, how to backup and secure your data, how to sync calendars and contacts, how to configure iCloud and more.

 

Apple Security Update 10.9.2: Please Update 

February 27, 2014

Apple has recently released an update to address an important security issue in OS X 10.9 Mavericks. Please backup your computer and update to 10.9.2 as soon as possible.