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• Posted Online Documents to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  As we become more comfortable with what it means to operate "in the cloud", the University of Minnesota has met the challenges of this idea with a number of solutions. These solutions are intended to, first and foremost, make available...
• Posted Google Documents - Mail Merge to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Want to use mail merge functionality with your UMN Google Apps account? It can be done with Google Docs. Mail Merge with Google Docs The links to obtain the mail merge template document are located in the instructions at the...
• Posted Google Docs - I want to work on a Google Doc on an iPad to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Google controls how their products appear on any device via web browser. The web pages have been programmed to recognize the type of device being used and to deliver a web page environment specifically tailored for that device, while the...
• Posted Google - New Privacy Policy (February 2012) to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Google issued a new privacy policy to Google users in February 2012. There have been concerns about this in the public arena. Question:How does this affect my UMN Google Apps account? Answer: It does not change the privacy agreement entered...
• Posted Telephone Conferencing to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Teleconferencing information for GPS Alliance staff. All UMN phones are capable of allowing phone conferences of 3 callers (this includes the originating call). For calls with more attendees, the UMN conference calling service may be used - there are charges...
• Posted Why Atomic Learning For Online Technology Training? to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Although we would all like personalized technology training to meet all of the needs that arise when working with software for our jobs, and preferably instantly upon request and for free, this isn't very realistic. It seems that when presented...
• Posted Managing Use Of Private Data on Technology Resources to Global Programs and Strategy Alliance Policies and Procedures
  The University provides important information on understanding, using, and storing private data. Here are some important links all GPS Alliance staff should be aware of, as we are all governed by these policies:Google Apps Acceptable Use PolicyManaging Legally Protected Electronic...
• Posted Security 101 to CS Mindspring
  Taken from ISC Diary entry - "Security 101:  Security basics in 140 characters or [fewer]@ChrisJohnRileyIf you can guess where PHPmyAdmin is installed, then so can attackers.@DavidJBiancoYou are already pwn3d. The question is, "What will you do about it?"@Keldr1nDon't leave default passwords...
• Posted AtTask Project Management Software Demo to CS Mindspring
  Christopher Stordalen from the Global Programs and Strategy Alliance hosted a demo or AtTask project management software on Friday, September 9th.  @tTask is a cloud-based Project Management solution.  AtTask Product OverviewProject Management Software Features List - this is a Wikipedia page...
• Posted Computer Purchasing to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Windows Workstations While doing research, I received the following email from a colleague at the UofM. This person is a desktop configuration manager in one of the colleges. The email gives good reasons to utilize the purchasing options negotiated by...
• Posted Computer Purchasing Policy to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  GPS Alliance workstations are purchased exclusively through vendor offerings available at the University. The only caveat MAY be tight time constraints. Why? We have staff dedicated to understanding the technology, appropriate pricing, and negotiating access to proper products and support...
• Posted Why Google At The University of Minnesota to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Along with many other non-profit institutions around the globe, the University of Minnesota has moved to Google Apps as their official enterprise, common good solution for email, calendaring and collaboration. You can find an explanation for this move, plus other...
• Posted GPS Alliance Directors Retreat - August 23, 2011 - Notes and Action Items to CS Mindspring
  Technology -     My Presentation -           View in browser          Download - GPSAlliance_DirectorsRetreat_ITPres_20110823.pptx    SuggestionsSchedule a day or two each month in each unit to do software updates.Action ItemsPost Workplan (Gantt Chart) on Knowledge BasePost...
• Posted Lyris - Use of Distribution Lists to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  QUESTION: Does use of a distribution list as a Lyris member affect the collection of "clicks," "opens" and "page views" along with the "Web Site" tracking for unique individuals? Is Lyris expecting individual unique members in order to track these...
• Posted Lyris - Configuring Mailings to Track Data to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  QUESTION: How do I configure mailings to track data including, "clicks," "opens" and "page views" along with the various reporting options available under "All reports" -> "Web Site"? Do mailings have to be in HTML in order to track these...
• Posted Suggested Web Browser Use to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  With the implementation of Google Apps, and the inability to manage multiple Google accounts in the same browser, GPS Alliance IT policy became to install multiple browsers for staff to use to meet their needs. Below are the browsers that...
• Posted UMN Gmail - Nested Labels to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  UMN Gmail now has access to the Nested Label feature. Please view the instructional video below to see how to implement nested labels. UMNGmail_NestedFolders.mov...
• Posted iPad Troubleshooting to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Do you know how to restore, restart or reset your iPad? Do you know the difference between the three? This is one of the most valuable things you can know how to do with your iPad because it is also...
• Posted Travel Policies to Global Programs and Strategy Alliance Policies and Procedures
  Traveling on University Business - A comprehensive policy statement on University of Minnesota expectations with regard to staff and faculty travel, including:  reimbursement requests, unallowable expenses, transportation, lodging, meals, etc....
• Posted Programming Languages to CS Mindspring
  There are so many languages/environments to develop in, and it is tough to decide where to spend time.  ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈In my initial research, I found a good progressive language list suggested to a new programmer.PythonXHTML (the latest "dialect" of HTML, because...
• Posted Google Calendar - Labs to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Recently, the UofM Google administrators made available some features in Google Calendar. These features are created in what Google calls "Labs". The features are currently limited to 14 tools. Some features that may be of interest are: Gentle Reminders -...
• Posted What GPS Alliance Google calendars can I see and where are the resources located? to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  It is helpful for staff to know the names of the calendar to which they have access, where they are located, and other specifics based on the type of resource. Here is how that information can be found: In your...
• Posted Google Apps Use Required for Email and Calendaring to Global Programs and Strategy Alliance Policies and Procedures
  What:  GPS Alliance full-time staff are required to use the UofM-offered Google Apps for email and calendar needs.  Why:  Data Security - The Office of Information Technology, the Office of the General Counsel, and numerous other appropriate offices at the...
• Posted Use of University of Minnesota Technology Resources to Global Programs and Strategy Alliance Policies and Procedures
  What:  Whenever possible, work-related activities that utilize technology for data access and/or transfer will be done in the following manner:Completed on UofM/GPS Alliance-controlled technology resources and networks.If not possible, use UofM/GPS Alliance-identified means for safe and secure access to, and...
• Posted GPS Alliance iPad Use to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  The Global Programs and Strategy Alliance Information Technology Support Services has 3 iPads available for general checkout for GPS Alliance staff. What's an iPad? To use the iPads: Check out GPS Alliance iPad 1 (UIC), 2, or 3 via your...
• Posted Staff Database - Staff Expertise/Experience Tracking to CS Mindspring
  Meeting Minutes from 4/5/2011 - Attendees: Eric Kroetsch, Mary Katherine O'Brien, Molly Portz, MyselfPurpose: Eric and Mary Katherine are leading the Staff Expertise and Research deliverable team with the mission "To explore existing staff expertise and research strengths". Eric contacted me...
• Posted How do I download and install VPN software on my personal computer? to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  The University of Minnesota Virtual Private Network (VPN) is the centrally managed Office of Information Technology (OIT) service that allows a computer to connect to the University network without using an Ethernet connection. A VPN connection appears as though you...
• Posted UMN Wireless access change in February 2011 to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  The Office of Information Technology will be making changes to the wireless network at the University of Minnesota. Update your wireless configuration to avoid interruption. This applies to UMTC, UMR, and some extension sites. Those who use the U of...
• Posted Adobe Saveable Forms to CS Mindspring
  Problem:Generating saveable forms that can be emailed once completed by the constituent and either stored by GPS Alliance or forwarded on to a central unit for processing.The latter includes many financial forms.Solutions:Traditional non-saveable forms that are written on and faxed...
• Posted Google Calendar - Allowing Invitation Notifications to GPS Alliance Information Technology Knowledge Base
  Accounts are not automatically set to allow invitations sent via Google Calendar when someone is creating a meeting and inviting guests. Because this is the best way currently to know a meeting has been put on one's calendar, all GPS...