ChemIT News Flash, Oct 2015: ChemDraw and new MS Office caution, and more
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October 30, 2015
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ChemDraw and new MS Office caution
If you use ChemDraw, do not upgrade to MS Office 2016, which is a recently released version from Microsoft for both Windows and Mac. Currently MS Office 2016 is not compatible with ChemDraw per CambridgeSoft, and ChemIT has confirmed this. We hope that gets fixed soon.
OS upgrade advice
Feel free to contact ChemIT for a consultation if you are responsible for managing your computer's Windows or Mac operating system (OS). If and when to decide to upgrade to a new versions, some considerations include compatibility with other software. Some software licensed at Cornell, such as backup and anti-malware software, may not available when new OS's come out. The most recent version upgrades include Windows 10 and Mac OS X El Capitan (10.11).
You and IT Security
The IT security threats you hear about in the news are also local and real. Your actions can contribute positively to Cornell's IT security. Know what to do in 7.5 minutes be learning the latest attempts to trick us and how to thwart them:
If you travel internationally, get tips in a 5 minute Cornell video about traveling internationally with technology.
And more!
Wireless problems? Please tell ChemIT!
- Contact ChemIT if you have any problems with Cornell's wireless service, including RedRover and eduroam. CIT recently upgraded hardware in Baker Lab and ST Olin, with more buildings to go. We have already heard of improvements from some of you.