Wireless Network changes
IT Services has identified a potential security threat to our captive portal WiFi Network, UoR-Guest.
Anti-spam changes
As part of the Anti-Spam system at the University of Reading, IT Services subscribe to a two blocklists, that are used to reduce the amount of Spam received. They doContinue reading Anti-spam changes
View from the Director’s Chair, October 2012
Since my last blog it feels as though ITS has been caught up in a whirlwind of activity as the new academic year has begun.
Library Wifi upgrades
IT Services have been keenly aware of the feedback we have had from students about the level of wireless coverage in the library and have taken steps to improve this. ThisContinue reading Library Wifi upgrades
Decommissioning Suma3 aka ‘Main’
The University is decommissioning the remote access server “remote” and its central UNIX server “main” (aka “suma3”), and is replacing both with a more modern services.
Advice on Office 2013 Preview
As most of you probably know, the Office 2013 Preview has been out for over a week now for testing by the general public. However, we do not recommend thatContinue reading Advice on Office 2013 Preview
Changes to Suma3 (Main)
As some of you may be aware the maintenance on Suma3 is due to expire. We are aiming to decommission the service 1st September.
View from the Director’s Chair – June 2012
I can hardly believe that another month has passed since my last blog, but I guess that must show that I’m still enjoying myself (to quote the old adage)!
View from the Director’s Chair – May 2012
IT Services has been a very busy department since my last entry, so I will try to play catch up a little! The last month or so has seen significantContinue reading View from the Director’s Chair – May 2012
Sophos 8 for Mac OS X
All Macs on campus are currently running Sophos 7 for Mac OS X. Sophos 8 for Mac OS X has been out for a while but due to performance issues,Continue reading Sophos 8 for Mac OS X