This is a reminder for LBNL users regarding the end-of-life for Windows 8.1 and Windows 2012 R2 products. Outdated operating systems increase the security risk for the Lab and must be upgraded or replaced. Systems deemed as security risks may be blocked with no prior warning from accessing the Lab … [Read more...] about Windows 8.1 and Windows 2012 R2 End-of-Life
The Difference Between AD and LDAP Passwords
By Tap L Passwords are a key part of keeping Berkeley Lab accounts safe. We’ve all been there, trying to remember our password, forgetting it, and having to reset it. Let's talk about the common types of passwords at the Lab, AD and LDAP, and how to manage them. What are AD and LDAP … [Read more...] about The Difference Between AD and LDAP Passwords
Windows and Microsoft Office Update Alert
All Windows and Microsoft Office users: Microsoft has released several critical patches this month. So, remember to allow your computer to update and restart when prompted. It is very important to install these critical patches to protect your computer. Windows Update Guidance: Microsoft … [Read more...] about Windows and Microsoft Office Update Alert
Critical Windows Updates Must Be Installed
Berkeley Lab IT has released Microsoft’s latest updates for Windows, which contain patches for critical security vulnerabilities. One of these, CVE-2022-26809, has been identified by the Cyber Security group as a mandatory update. As such, all Windows systems at the Lab MUST be updated and may … [Read more...] about Critical Windows Updates Must Be Installed
New FAQ Videos: Google Authenticator, Windows 10
IT has created new FAQ videos to help you with: How to setup Google Authenticator on iPhone Windows 10 Setup and First Login Personalize Your Windows 10 If you would like to see a specific help video created, let us know! Keep an eye on our IT Spotlight page for future … [Read more...] about New FAQ Videos: Google Authenticator, Windows 10
Before Getting Windows 11
Windows has recently released their newest operating system, Windows 11. LBNL IT does not recommend upgrading to Windows 11 at this time. We would like to caution our users to be careful before deciding to upgrade or install. You need to ask yourself the following questions before choosing to … [Read more...] about Before Getting Windows 11
Invalid license error message on Windows login screen
By Ian Vaino on 2021-09-16T18:07:09Z Please be advised that as a result of vendor delays, users of a small number of Windows Systems at Berkeley Lab may see an error message about an illegal license on the WIndows logon screen, starting on Friday September 17, 2021. The message will … [Read more...] about Invalid license error message on Windows login screen
General Windows Update Guidance
By Tap L on 2021-07-15T00:08:20Z All Windows system users, Microsoft releases Monthly Updates (patches) to keep your computer as secure as possible. As onerous as it may seem, keeping your Windows system up to date is a very important part of using any modern operating system with … [Read more...] about General Windows Update Guidance
Critical security updates for Windows system – PrintNightmare
By Tap L on 2021-07-09T20:25:48Z To all Windows system users, Microsoft has recently released some critical security updates regarding PrintNightmare. Please run Windows Update and check if your system requires any patches. It is strongly recommended to do this NOW and monitor any future … [Read more...] about Critical security updates for Windows system – PrintNightmare
Stay on Top of Windows 10 Updates
By Tammera E Campbell on 2021-04-21T19:13:43Z Microsoft has taken a different approach to updating Windows 10, as they release major builds twice a year. Each build will have an end of lifecycle and will cease to be supported as defined by their End of Service date. Users should know that they … [Read more...] about Stay on Top of Windows 10 Updates
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