The IT Crowd (aka the Information Technology Department) is excited to announce that we are curating our first ever student event to celebrate technology. We are partnering with our friends at Gigantic Mechanic and the Come Out & Play Festival to bring interactive games that show the best of game design and technology. Here is […]
IT will be performing an upgrade to the FIT phone system in the upcoming weeks. The upgraded system will enable greater security and allow for special features such as voicemail to email, call forwarding, and more. Your extension and your desk phone will not change. Your messages and recorded greetings will remain. The voicemail menu […]
Late last year Apple released a new operating system called Yosemite (Mac OS X 10.10). Before upgrading FIT computers, the IT Department tests new operating systems with FIT systems and software to ensure functionality will be maintained. That is why we ask anyone with an FIT computer to please contact TechHelp before installing Yosemite. Without […]
It is official! Google announced a few months back that they would be upgrading the Drive for Education to include unlimited storage and the upgrade has been applied to our FIT Google Apps for Education accounts. What does this mean to you? Unlimited storage: Store as many Google Drive files, Gmail messages, and Google+ photos as […]
Feb 26: Pomerantz Center Sporadic Network Disruptions
The Networking Team is investigating reported computer system disruptions in the Pomerantz “D” building. IT is looking into the cause and we will update this site with further information. If you are experiencing issues, please contact TechHelp at 7-HELP (4357) or email techhelp@fitnyc.edu.
Feb 25: Goodman Center Sporadic Network Disruptions
The Networking Team is investigating reported computer system disruptions in the Goodman “E” building. The cause has been addressed, however IT will continue to monitor the situation. If you are experiencing any further issues, pleas contact TechHelp at 7-HELP (4357) or email techhelp@fitnyc.edu.
Mar 1: Possible MyFIT Login Error
On March 1st at 4PM, the Fall Housing Application will become available for all returning degree and non-degree students with 12 or more credit hours. MyFIT, like other websites, has a limit on the number of log-ins that can occur at the same time. We anticipate the possibility that an error stating “There are too […]
Feb 26: Planned Banner Downtime 8AM-9AM
Banner Self Service will be unavailable from 8am – 9am on Thursday, February 26 for system maintenance.
What is the best way to get TechHelp on the weekends and after 5pm during the week? I recall some type of work request ticket system but I can’t find it on this TechHelp page. Matthew Answer: The best way to reach TechHelp on the weekends is to email us at techhelp@fitnyc.edu. There is limited […]
THE COMPUTERS IN OUR OFFICES A470 plus, ARE CRAPPY + INEFFICIENT AND STUDENTS CAN NEVER ATTAIN WIFI so much for productivity -molvere james Answer: Hi Molvere – I would like to talk to you more about the issues you are experiencing in your “Ask IT Now” comment. Please give me a call to […]
Where is the Computer Lab page?
Where on the FIT home page would I find a link to the Computer Lab? I am a Reference Assistant in the FIT Library needing to show a student the Computer Lab hours and software, but I can’t find where click to get to the Computer Lab. Please make it easier for students (and Staff) […]
I have a Canon Pixma 6820 wireless printer that needs to connect to my Macbook Pro running Mavericks. I am in Kaufman hall and am unable to connect this printer over the network to my computer. Is there a way to do this?Thank you!-Kevin Answer: Wireless printing is not supported on FIT’s wifi. You will need to […]
I don’t know my FIT number because that is the email that got deleted, nor do I know my password because I never was able to log on yet to set up my account. The email with that information that was sent to me has been deleted. Is there anyway I can get a new […]
Hi, there seems to be a problem with the DARS system. I’m not sure if it’s just me or if others are having the same issue. When I go to submit my DARS, there is no button to select “run.” Please get back to me ASAP, as I need to print my DARS in order […]
Special IT Support Hours for Sunday, March 1st
On March 1st at 4PM, the Fall Housing Application will become available for all returning degree and non-degree students with 12 or more credit hours. This year priority is given to the earliest housing applicants and housing requests will be processed by Residential Life in the order they are received. In anticipation for the large […]
Lynda.com creates and updates thousands of training videos on an on-going basis. All current students, staff, and faculty have access to Lynda.com for free through FIT. Please see our getting started guide to Lynda.com for FIT to set up your account today. This week there are 2 new courses that you might want to explore: […]
The IT Crowd Presents: The Power of Play
The IT Crowd (aka the Information Technology Department) is excited to announce that we are curating our first ever student event to celebrate technology. We are partnering with our friends at Gigantic Mechanic and the Come Out & Play Festival to bring interactive games that show the best of game design and technology. Here is […]
Update: Retirement of Adobe FormsCentral
As a reminder, Adobe recently announced the retirement of their FormsCentral product. (Please read Adobe’s End of Support document here.) Adobe has outlined the following timeline for FormsCentral retirement: Until June 22, 2015 you will have complete access to your FormsCentral account. – Please do not create new forms. On June 23, 2015 you will […]
Google Ends Support for Google Apps Connector for Blackberry Enterprise Server
Google will be ending support for the Google Apps Connector for BlackBerry Enterprise Server on March 5, 2015. Please note that we’re now one month away from the end of support date. On March 5, Google will turn off the underlying services and the Google Apps Connector for Blackberry Enterprise Server will no longer sync […]
Unlimited Google Drive Storage for Education
It is official! Google announced a few months back that they would be upgrading the Drive for Education to include unlimited storage and the upgrade has been applied to our FIT Google Apps for Education accounts. What does this mean to you? Unlimited storage: Store as many Google Drive files, Gmail messages, and Google+ photos as […]
25 years ago one of the most influential software programs made it’s debut, Photoshop. At FIT, Photoshop is used across majors by our students, for projects and fun. To celebrate Adobe made a video that shows the power of Photoshop and encourages us to embrace our creativity and “Dream On”. On Jimmy Kimmel Live, he […]
Thursday, November 20th is Runway27’s 2nd Annual fashion show. The event is another wonderful example of FIT students’ talents from designing, advertising and producing. This year’s theme is “Fashion is Evil” showcasing student designs inspired by the best baddies. In support, the IT Crowd compiled a list of our top tech villains, perhaps we’ll see […]
Legacy Week: Tech Time Warp to 1944
We all know that FIT stands for Fashion Institute of Technology but we often forget what “Technology” meant when our institution was founded. In honor, of Legacy Week and FIT’s 70th Anniversary let’s take a moment to reflect on the technology of 1944 and how far we’ve come. Television After WWII ended production of televisions […]
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