Last week, the Center for Cyber Law, Policy, and Security (Pitt Cyber) in partnership with Pitt Information Technology (Pitt IT) held the seventh annual Air Force Associate (AFA) CyberCamp. The week-long camp is supported by the EQT Foundation and Grable Foundation, as well as Pitt Community Engagement Centers and Pitt Engineering. It is free to Pittsburgh-area high school students interested in learning about cybersecurity principles, skills, and future career opportunities.

Are you going on vacation and want to get some work done while you are away? Maybe you are studying or working abroad over the summer or you’re transitioning to a permanent hybrid or remote position. Working remotely doesn’t have to be daunting. Here are some tips for an easier adjustment, so you can be as productive from home — or halfway around the world — as you would be on campus.

Technology has become so ingrained in our lives that we hardly even think about it. But the more ubiquitous our technology use has become, the more prone we are to cyberattacks. Perhaps the hardest thing about avoiding a security breach is understanding what to look for. Hackers have become more sophisticated, and scams are harder to spot. Here are four traps and how to avoid them.

Did you know that your University Computing Account has its own self-service portal at accounts.pitt.edu, where you can securely control your information, system preferences, and security settings? Next time you run into something you want to change something regarding your University accounts, you may be able to take care of it yourself in just a few seconds! Continue reading to learn about the multitude of account information you can personalize and the resources at your fingertips.

As temperatures rise and vacation dreams beckon, it's time to gear up for summer travel. But before you hit the road, let's talk tech! Keeping your devices safe while traveling is essential for a stress-free and enjoyable journey. From preventing theft to safeguarding electronics from extreme temperatures, here are some easy things you can do to keep your tech in top-notch condition for a hassle-free vacation!

For many principal investigators, building out the IT architecture to support their research is a central requirement, with or without dedicated IT support staff. For grant-funded studies, this task is even more complicated due to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which protects personal health information, and other regulatory requirements. Microsoft Azure provides a secure, powerful, and affordable cloud computing solution with minimal maintenance and support needs.

May 18, 2023 marks the 12^th annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), when we focus on raising awareness about the importance of creating digital spaces that are more accessible and inclusive. We’ve all heard that word before — accessibility — but what does it really look like in regard to the challenges someone with a disability may encounter with technology? Read on to learn about digital accessibility, how you can participate in making Pitt more accessible, and the resources available at Pitt.

With the warm weather approaching, you will only get busier over the summer. That’s why there’s no time like the present to start your tech projects to better serve you when you need them most. No one likes a crowded, disorganized desktop; an outdated profile or CV; or worrying about getting hacked, so strike while the iron’s hot (aka, while you’re less busy) and get to it! Here are four things you should put on your tech to-do list this summer:

Now that the spring semester has ended, you can reflect on the past year. Technology is at the forefront of education, whether it’s office hours over Zoom and using Canvas to organize class information, to all the apps students will use to complete their classwork. Take some time this summer to get one step ahead on your classroom tech resources so the fall semester comes with technological ease. Pitt IT is up and running all summer long to help. 

Whether you’re taking classes, working, going on vacation, or just chilling out this summer, your tech is likely to be an integral part of it all! Staying productive and active during the summer can be a challenge, so here are some tips for staying productive and focused and for keeping your tech in working order.