The IT Division is excited to invite Berkeley Lab staff to join a 1Password training session on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at noon. 1Password is a password management solution now offered to the Lab as an alternative option to LastPass. Both products will help keep your online accounts secure and … [Read more...] about 1Password Training, April 17 at Noon
Transfer Paper Records by May 17
Beginning June 2024, Federal Records Centers will no longer accept paper records. Please prioritize and expedite this paper records collection requirement and transfer paper records to the Records Management Office (RMO) no later than May 17, 2024. RMO has limited processing space so Divisions … [Read more...] about Transfer Paper Records by May 17
Enable Stolen Device Protection for iPhones
When Stolen Device Protection is enabled, an additional layer of security is required if your iPhone is away from familiar locations such as home or work. The new iOS 17.3 feature helps prevent a thief from making critical changes. All Berkeley Lab users are encouraged to enable the feature on their … [Read more...] about Enable Stolen Device Protection for iPhones
Secure Your Identity with 1Password
By Tammy Campbell, Arica Chhay, Tap L Password management is an increasingly important and challenging responsibility. Websites and applications are expanding their requirements for robust, unique, and lengthy passwords in response to the growing number and sophistication of … [Read more...] about Secure Your Identity with 1Password
Google Workspace Updates, January-February 2024
Contents: Account | Calendar | Chat | Docs | Drive | Sites | Slides | Summary Learn about new and upcoming changes to Google Workspace apps, including an upcoming refresh to the Google sign-in page, improvements to Calendar appointment scheduling, better comments management options across Docs, … [Read more...] about Google Workspace Updates, January-February 2024
Browser Pop-Ups Lead to Phone Scams
By Arica Chhay, Jay Krous, Michael Smitasin Berkeley Lab Cyber Security wants to make you aware of an ongoing attack using fake pop-up windows. This method has been observed several times at the Lab in the last few months. The pop-ups appear to be from Microsoft or an antivirus program attempting … [Read more...] about Browser Pop-Ups Lead to Phone Scams
IT Training, March 2024
IT offers technical training courses to Berkeley Lab employees in partnership with UC Berkeley. Click on the course titles below to learn more, then register through the Berkeley Lab portal. FAQ: Can I get the recording of the workshop even if I don't attend it live?Yes, as long as you … [Read more...] about IT Training, March 2024
Update Legacy LastPass App for Mac Desktops
Starting on March 31, 2024, LastPass will no longer support their legacy application for Mac desktops. Staff who are still using an outdated version of the LastPass Mac desktop app may begin to see in-app alerts regarding the discontinuation of support in the coming weeks ahead. Be sure to take … [Read more...] about Update Legacy LastPass App for Mac Desktops
Record and share name pronunciations in Google Workspace
Our names are central to our unique identities, and saying them correctly is the first step in connecting with, respecting, and appreciating one another. In the spirit of promoting a culture of inclusion for all members of our Lab community, we want to let you know that you are now able to add an … [Read more...] about Record and share name pronunciations in Google Workspace
QR Code Use Policy
When used appropriately, QR codes may be useful for marketing events or campaigns. However, there is opportunity for misuse or cyber attacks if QR codes are not used carefully at the Lab. … [Read more...] about QR Code Use Policy
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