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Get connected, around the globe, with eduroam
Tuesday, June 1, 2021

MIT community members have access to eduroam, a free, secure, high-speed WiFi network available at thousands of schools, research facilities, and other locations worldwide.

Topics: eduroam
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Best practices for collaborating remotely
Friday, May 28, 2021

IS&T recommends following these tips to make working with others when away from the MIT campus as seamless and secure as possible.

Topics: remote working, collaboration, collaboration tools
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Off campus? Connect securely through the MIT VPN
Monday, May 10, 2021

The MIT Virtual Private Network (VPN) makes it easy to connect securely to Institute resources no matter where in the world you are.

Topics: vpn, cybersecurity, security
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What happens to your MIT digital presence after graduation
Monday, May 3, 2021

Here is what graduating students should do to preserve their digital assets before their MIT accounts are deactivated.

Topics: spring cleaning, graduation, offboarding, students
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Beware this Outlook-based phishing scam
Thursday, April 29, 2021

Be wary of emails saying that your MIT password has expired.

Topics: cybersecurity, email, phishing
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The ins and outs of filtering spam at MIT
Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Here are some things you can do to ensure you see more of the email messages you want and fewer of the ones you don’t.

Topics: spam, phishing, email, symantic
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Optimize your use of Duo two-factor authentication
Monday, April 12, 2021

Learn how to get the most out of Duo to maximize your online security and convenience.

Topics: duo, Duo Security, Duo 2FA, Duo Two-Factor, Duo Two-Factor Authentication, Authentication, Duo Authentication, security, Cyber Security, Privacy, Online Safety, Online Security, Online Protection
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Tips for cleaning and disinfecting your devices
Monday, April 5, 2021

Follow your device manufacturer’s guidelines and these tips from IS&T to safely clean and disinfect your computer, mobile devices, and peripherals.

Topics: hardware, spring cleaning
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Beware of IRS-impersonation phishing scams
Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Exercise caution when handling any email that appears to be from the IRS.

Topics: cybersecurity, security, email, phishing
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Find out if that smart device isn’t quite smart enough for MIT’s wireless network
Monday, March 22, 2021

That cool smart gadget might not work on the Institute’s wireless networks. 

Topics: mitnet, wireless, smart devices

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