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Welcome to Northwestern University Information Technology's (NUIT) online newsletter aimed at assisting faculty and staff to utilize and learn more about the available technology services and support at Northwestern. NUIT welcomes your feedback. |
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NUIT offers free technology related presentations ("Tech Talks") during the academic year. More information is on NUIT's Web site. This fall's Tech Talk topics include:
Horror Stories: Don't be a victim! Avoid sneaky spyware, creepy phishing scams, worms, bots, and sniffers. Friday, Oct. 14.
Laying Down the Law: File sharing, copyright laws, and the Internet. Friday, Nov. 11.
Love Your Computer: Easy steps to keep your computer operating effectively. Friday, Dec. 9.
If you have a suggestion for these free presentations, please e-mail it-communications@northwestern.edu. |
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Converged Communications: This summer, NUIT announced a move towards converged communications services on the Chicago and Evanston campuses.
SPSS: NUIT is providing the latest versions of SPSS statistical software for Windows and Macintosh with new, lower pricing.
CONDUITS Online: This new Web-based system streamlines billing procedures for NUIT services and allows designated staff to access, track, and run billing reports at their convenience.
Symantec AntiVirus 10.0.1: All Windows users at Northwestern are encouraged to download this important virus-protection upgrade, available at no charge from NUIT.
EndNote 9.0 for Macintosh: The latest version of EndNote bibliographic software, v9.0 for the Macintosh, is available free of charge from NUIT.
Please visit our What's New and Changing with Technology at Northwestern for more information.
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