Many Elon students utilize the winter term to study abroad. When traveling to foreign countries, it’s important to keep a few technology tips in mind to make the most of your experience. Manage your accounts Students should make sure they can access certain accounts, such as email, OnTrack, or Moodle, before leaving the country for an extended ...
With the holidays right around the corner, many will begin shopping for gifts online to avoid the crowds in stores. Last year, over $2 billion in sales occurred online on Cyber Monday (the online equivalent of Black Friday), with total orders up 15% from 2013. However, an increase in online shopping also means an increase ...
In October, Campus Technology Support began replacing Elon's Ricoh copiers with new Canon Image Runner Advance copiers for faculty and staff use. All copiers will be transitioned to the Canon copiers by the end of November. Read on for more information about what Canon copiers offer, how they differ from Ricoh copiers, and on general ...
Microsoft’s OneDrive for Business is now available for faculty and staff at Elon University. OneDrive for Business will ultimately serve as a replacement of the U:Drive for document storage and sharing. Read on for more information about OneDrive for Business capabilities and access. What does OneDrive for Business offer? With OneDrive for Business, faculty and staff receive ...
In a world where we are almost always connected to the internet, it’s important to maintain a certain level of security. By accessing the digital world, individuals face a certain level of risk for cybercrime, cyberbullying, and a variety of scams. Read on for more information about keeping yourself and your family secure online.
At the end of September, Apple unveiled its latest iteration of operating systems for Macs, iPhones, and iPads. While Apple touts that the new operating systems will increase performance and bring about other significant improvements, there are reasons why you might want to hold off on upgrading to the latest platform. Read on for an ...
Over the last few weeks, students have experienced an influx in phishing scheme messages purported to be sent by trusted friends and colleagues. While the email appears legitimate, clicking the link compromises the security of your account. Read on for information about what the email looks like and what you should do to prevent unauthorized ...
Earlier this month, Instructional & Campus Technologies launched the new elonu-connect wireless network at Elon University. This wireless network is designed for connecting smart TVs, gaming systems, wireless printers and other devices. Read on to learn how to connect your devices, and why you may want to reconsider using a wireless printer. What is the elonu-connect ...
When first arriving on campus for fall semester, freshmen are bombarded with a wide variety of new information and experiences that truly kick off the start of their higher education journey with a bang. It’s easy for freshmen, and even upperclassmen, to put technology needs on the backburner as they adjust to life on a college ...
With the arrival of summer, Campus Technology Support (CTS) is once again making great strides in our annual summer replacement program for computers that have completed their four year life cycle. This year is a record year for the program, with more than one-quarter of campus computers being replaced to newer models. The replacement program ...