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The “ClickFix” Attack: A New Threat to Your Computer’s Security
A new attack technique, dubbed “ClickFix,” has emerged, putting computer users at risk of compromising their own devices. This attack begins with a deceptive message or warning that appears on your screen, claiming that your computer has a problem or needs to be fixed. The message then instructs you to “fix” the issue by copying… Read more »
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CrowdStrike Falcon is the Lab’s New Antivirus Solution
Berkeley Lab IT is pleased to announce CrowdStrike Falcon has replaced Sophos as the Lab’s antivirus software. Sophos Antivirus will be discontinued in July 2023. CrowdStrike is available now from software.lbl.gov. Read more »
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Zoom Rooms Overview
The IT Audio Visual Services group (AV) has standardized Zoom Rooms for public conference rooms around the Lab. Zoom Rooms provide an integrated experience for audio conferencing, wireless screen sharing, and video conferencing. Learn more about best practices and how to get started. Read more »
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Gmail Multi-Send Mode
Multi-send mode for Gmail is a new mass mailing tool to help users send emails to large audiences. Instead of using a separate add-on to send bulk emails, multi-send mode is a built-in option for sending personalized emails and managing mailing lists entirely within the Google Workspace. Read more »
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Safer Web Browsing
This article helps users make safer choices when browsing. It doesn’t cover the entire scope of risks associated with using web browsers, but these are three of the most common risks at the moment. Read more »
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Google Workspace Updates, February 2023
This month, Google announced that Calendar Reminders are migrating to Google Tasks. Learn how to analyze data from Looker with Connected Sheets and other sources. Also coming soon are more smart chips for Sheets and Docs. Read more »
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Security Advisory: Update Apple Devices to Address a New Zero-Day Vulnerability
Apple released a security update for Apple devices on February 13, 2023, regarding CVE-2023-23529. This vulnerability allows an attacker to remotely execute code without your knowledge. The latest security updates include the fix to this issue, and we encourage all users to update all Apple devices as soon as possible. Read more »
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Visible Spectrum: Erin Scharfstein
Meet Erin Scharfstein, an IT Administrator who heads projects such as streamlining the IT hiring processes and running the ScienceIT course program. Erin also co-chairs the All Access ERG which advocates for the needs of those with disabilities. Visible Spectrum is a series to spotlight talented women employees at Berkeley Lab. Read more »
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Hildana Gebrearegawi, IT Intern & Help Desk Specialist
The IT Support Services Internships Program provides technical training and mentorship for local college students. Now approaching one year as an intern, Hildana Gebrearegawi offers a few insights into her experience so far. Read more »
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UC Tech 2023
Save the date for UC Tech 2023, to be held July 17–19, 2023 and hosted by UC Berkeley. Resilient, Rising and Reinspired is the theme for this year’s conference which brings technologists from across the University of California system to celebrate and promote innovation and collaboration. Read more »
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UC Love Data Week 2023
UC Libraries are collaborating on a UC-wide “Love Data Week” series of talks, presentations, and workshops during February 13-17, 2023. All events are free to attend and open to any member of the UC community. Please visit the website for more information and to register for workshops. Read more »
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Savings on IT Services
The IT Division is committed to reducing operations and computing costs so more Lab dollars are saved for science. Richard Gregory, group lead for the Telephone Services Center, provides subject matter expertise for the acquisition of some of our most popular technologies in use at the Lab today. Read more »
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VMware Fusion 13 Now Available
VMware Fusion is software developed to enable Mac users to operate virtual machines running Windows, Linux and other guest operating systems on a host macOS computer without rebooting. The Software Licensing group recently acquired Lab licenses for the latest version, VMware Fusion 13 Pro, now available at software.lbl.gov. Read more »
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