Wheaton Employees Participate in Cybersecurity Training
Wheaton College faculty and staff are currently participating in cybersecurity training as part of the College's response to data security risks identified by GreyCastle Security.
Read MoreSecurity Certificate Replacement for Campus Wireless
On Friday, March 10 at 1 PM, we will replace the security certificate for WC-Internet. Replacing security certificates is a routine process where we re-certify every three years that the wireless network is safe and belongs to Wheaton College.
Read MoreUpgrade of Malwarebytes Management Console
As part of ongoing security improvements, we are upgrading to the latest version of Malwarebytes, one of the security programs used on College-owned computers.
Read MoreDisk Encryption for College-Owned Computers
As part of an ongoing effort to enhance security and protect College data and student and employee personal information, we will begin encrypting the hard drives of College-owned computers issued to employees with access to sensitive data.
Read MoreACNET No Longer Available
As part of ongoing security improvements, the College’s ACNET file server will be shut down on February 22. This server was previously used for storing files for students working on projects.
Read MoreManaged Software Center Available for College-Owned Macs
On February 13, we will deploy the Managed Software Center to all College-owned Macs. Mac users will now be able to install and update software from a trusted location without needing to contact a service technician.
Read MoreNew Security Setting for Mobile Devices
If you access your Wheaton College email from a personally-owned mobile device, you will be required to have a passcode, PIN, or Touch ID.
Read MorePassword Expiration Extension and Account Lock-Out Changes
On January 30, the new password and account security settings announced in December 2016 will take effect for faculty and staff network accounts. Passwords will expire every year rather than every six months.
Read MorePassword Expiration Extended to One Year; New Mobile Device Security
In late January into early February, you can expect some changes to the normal six-month routine of password changes for your Wheaton College accounts.
Read MoreNew Tech for Christmas?
While unwrapping a new gadget is great, remember these tips to get the most out of your device and your Wheaton experience!
Read MoreCognos TM1 Unavailable During Updates
From 5:30 to 11:30 PM on November 18, we will install an update to the Cognos TM1 server. During this time, Cognos TM1 will be unavailable.
Read MoreUpdates to Campus Firewall
On November 10, we will update portions of the campus firewall. This is a standard update to keep our network secure.
Read MoreVPN Software Update
The College's virtual private network (VPN) software, GlobalProtect, will be updated on December 2.
Read MoreUpdates to Campus Firewall
On November 3, we will update portions of the campus firewall. This is a standard update to keep our network secure.
Read MoreKeep Your Work Safe This B-Quad
Following basic precautions can save you a world of trouble and keep your semester running smoothly.
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