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New requirement on Technology Use During Foreign Travel
In response to increasing cybersecurity and research security threats, Berkeley Lab has updated its Requirements on Technology Use During Foreign Travel to better protect government systems, Lab data, and employees during international trips. These threats, which include the tracking or seizure of government-issued devices, mirror a wider trend seen across the national lab system and… 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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Yet Another Mail Merge (YAMM)
Mail merge is a technique for automating personalization of documents in batches with unique recipient data. Yet Another Mail Merge (YAMM) is one of many online services which aim to address the need for digital mail merge capabilities for communication, including email, newsletters, marketing campaigns, and more. Read more »
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IT Training, January to March 2023
ScienceIT will be hosting HPC workshops on January 31 and February 7. In partnership with UC Berkeley D-Lab, IT is also offering new training courses to Lab employees from January to March 2023. Read more »
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HPC Workshops on Jan. 31 and Feb. 7
The IT Division Scientific Computing Group (ScienceIT) will be hosting high performance computing (HPC) virtual training sessions on January 31 and February 7. This is a great opportunity for new and prospective users to become acquainted with the Lawrencium supercluster and related tools. Read more »
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Google Workspace Updates, December 2022
Check out the new ‘Follow’ feature in Google Slides to simplify real-time collaboration. Try adding user-friendly dropdown chips in Google Sheets to format spreadsheets. We also take a quick peek at what’s coming ahead in early 2023. Read more »
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Research Library Status
Learn about the current status of the Berkeley Lab Research Library and how to access library books and services. Read more »
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LBLnet Maintenance Outages, Dec. 2022
LBLnet planned maintenance in almost all buildings over the Holidays and Curtailment period from December 27-29, 2022. Network services in buildings may be disrupted for periods of up to 1 hour. Read more »
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Zoom Scheduler Issues (Resolved)
Zoom is rolling a gradual hotfix for issues affecting the Zoom Scheduler browser plug-in. Alternatively, the Zoom for Google Workspace add-on offers the same functionality. Read more »
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Kenneth Harper, IT Intern & Help Desk Specialist
Kenneth Harper, IT intern, is a member of a small but mighty Help Desk crew sourcing solutions for all staff and affiliates at Berkeley Lab. The Support Services Internships enables local students to earn academic credits and obtain real-world job experience through a structured learning and development program. Read more »
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Google Workspace Updates, November 2022
Try using the new Timeline feature in Google Sheets to manage projects and tasks. Set a recurring schedule for the “Do Not Disturb” status on Google Chat to share availability. Don’t forget to take action on Classic Google Sites prior to the deadline on January 30, 2023. Read more »
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D-Lab Training — Strike Impact
Due to the ongoing strike, the IT D-Lab training workshops are canceled. Expect delays until the student strike concludes. Read more »
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Use Caution Before Upgrading to macOS Ventura
Apple released a new operating system, macOS Ventura, on October 24, 2022. Review tips from IT for a successful system upgrade. Read more »
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