When you click on an email link on a web page or email message, your computer will open a new compose window with the email address populated in the To: line. The program used to compose the message is determined by the default mail client for your computer. To make Gmail your default mail client, please follow these instructions.
If you use more than one browser you will want to follow the instructions for each browser.
Follow the latest instructions from Google at https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9308783?hl=en
If you have more than one Google Account, you can sign in to multiple accounts at once. That way, you can switch between accounts without signing out and back in again. Please note, that the Gmail icon in MyFIT is linked to https://mail.google.com/ therefore opens to your default account or the account you are currently signed in to – this may or may not be your FIT Gmail account. Your accounts have separate settings, but in some cases, settings from your default account might apply.
Additionally, you may encounter access denied or request access to G Suite applications such as Docs, Forms, and Sheets. If you attempt to access these resources with your Non-FIT account. Make sure you are signed in to your FIT account when accessing these documents. Before you request access, make sure you are not signed in to your personal or Non-FIT account.
Add accounts
- On your computer, sign in to Google.
- On the top right, select your profile image or initial.
- On the menu, choose Add account.
- Follow the instructions to sign in to the account you want to use.
1. Press Home
2. Press Settings
3. Scroll down and select Log Out
4. Press Log Out to confirm
- Go to www.office.com
Enter your FIT email address
Click the “Next” button
Note: Offer and access is not available to Pre-College, Continuing Education, and Seminar Students.
2. Enter your FIT Password and click “Sign in” button
3. Recommended: select “No”, if you are accessing your Microsoft Office 365 account on a shared computer.
4. Beginning on June 9, 2021 FIT began using Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) from Microsoft to allow the FIT community to manage their password without needing to contact TechHelp.
As part of this new tool, access to Office 365 requires individuals to register to use SSPR. If you receive this message click the “Next” button and complete the registration process.
5. You may now use Office 365 apps online or install on your computer
Direct Access
To log in to Brightspace, go to https://brightspace.fitnyc.edu/ in your web browser. (DO NOT add “www” to the address.)
Enter your FIT Username and Password (same credentials as you use for MyFIT).
Once you have entered your credentials, click Sign In
If your username and password are accepted you will be redirected to your Brightspace
Through MyFIT
When MyFIT is unavailable for scheduled maintenance, use the Direct Access option for Brightspace.
Click on the Brightspace logo in the top menu
You will be redirected to your Brightspace
Need More Help?
Unable to log in; problem with your username and/or password, contact TechHelp.
If you need help using Brightspace that is unrelated to your username and password, please contact the SUNY Online Support Services Help Desk by calling 1-844-673-6786, emailing [email protected], or submitting a Ticket with SUNY Online.
For more information about Brightspace, visit our Brightspace page for resources.
A valid FIT Username and FIT Password is required to use FIT Computers. Access to FIT Computers is only available to current FIT Students, Staff, and Faculty. Need help with a password? Visit the Password Help Center.
Windows Computer
Hit Ctrl + Alt + Del as instructed if the login window is not displayed.
Enter your FIT Username and FIT Password in the corresponding fields. On shared office machines, you may have to select “Other user” before you can enter your FIT Username and FIT Password.
Hit Enter or Click Login.
Mac Computer
Enter your FIT Username and FIT Password in the corresponding fields.
Hit Enter.
Tech Tips
Work saved on the desktop or local drive in the computer labs will be cleared when the computer is rebooted or you log off, this data cannot be restored.
Always log off the computer when you are finished working.
1. Log in from the initial screen when it prompts you for your extension
2. Enter your extension in 7XXXX format
3. Press Enter
4. Enter your password (do not know your password ask your office administrator or call 212-217-HELP and select option 2, 1)
5. Press Enter
Your FIT-issued computer may provide access to confidential student and employee information and your personal information as well. To increase cybersecurity and protect personal and campus information resources from theft, malicious destruction, alterations, or other inappropriate or negligent acts, we strongly encourage staff and faculty to lock their unshared FIT-issued computer manually when leaving the computer unattended. When working on lab, classroom, or shared computer. Always save your work and log off FIT computers when you are finished working. Unattended locked computers in labs and classrooms will be restarted.
To lock your Windows computer press the Windows Key + L or Control + Alt + Delete then select “Lock this computer”.
To lock your Mac computer press Command + Option + Eject.
It is common practice to take certain steps to protect your computer before installing new software; however, those security steps are often neglected when installing browser extensions, add-ons, social media and mobile apps. These programs may request permission to access your data; if they’re compromised by cyber attackers or if you install a malicious or illegal version your data may be at risk. It is important to take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and fully understand what access you are granting before you install.
First and foremost it is highly recommended to have up-to-date virus protection software installed on your computer and devices.
Additional best practices include:
Install from official stores
Whenever possible only install from official stores and identified developers. For example, for Android go to the Google Play, iOS the iTunes – App Store, Chrome the Chrome Webstore.
Know what you are downloading
Verify the name and developer of the app. Similar to phishing, scammers try to create extensions, add-ons, and apps that appear legitimate in order to trick people into downloading and sharing information. Official stores do their best to weed out the fraudulent versions but it is important to search the developer, check reviews, the number of downloads and look for spelling errors to spot potential fakes.
Carefully read the permissions
Understanding why an app may request certain permissions is essential to protecting your data and devices from rogue programs. It is reasonable that an app like Google maps would want permission to know your location in order to provide full functionality; however, this permission may be unreasonable for a flashlight app. You can change the permissions that apps can access in settings on your device at any time. Additionally, on many devices, you can customize permissions to only run when the app is in use. Keep in mind changing permission access may cause apps to lose some functionality.
You should also use the same functionality logic outlined for mobile apps when reviewing permissions for browser extensions, apps, and add-ons. Extensions like Pocket, Pinterest or Bitly need to be able to save or change the URL or images on any of the websites you visit, in order to function they require permission to “Read and change all your data on the websites you visit”. The phrasing for some permissions can sound scary but consider the functionality and if it seems that an extension is asking for unreasonable permissions then you might not want to install it.
Review instructions for your device on how to revisit app permissions.
Two good sources of information are how to Control your app permissions on Android 6.0 and up and how to use restrictions on your Apple device.
Sign in with Google or Facebook features
Many extensions, websites, add-ons and apps allow you the option to sign in with your Google or Facebook account. This feature helps with the problem of trying to remember multiple username and passwords but it also may put your data at risk if you don’t follow all the previously mentioned practices. You should only use this option on trusted websites. Before using these sign in options we recommend reviewing the policies of Google and Facebook.
Questions? Comments? Email [email protected] or call 212 217.HELP (4357).
If you need to run Windows-only applications but you only have a Mac computer, Bootcamp will allow you to run Windows 10 on your Mac. Bootcamp is free for FIT students and $14.99 for Faculty and Staff.
Minimum Requirements:
How to find the age of your Mac
Installation Instructions
Install Bootcamp and Windows 10 on a 2015 Mac or newer
Install Bootcamp and Windows 10 on a Mac older that 2015
Tech Tip
The Bootcamp and Windows 10 installation does not delete or move any of your existing files, folders, applications on your Mac. However, it is good practice to have a backup of all files that are important to you.
Your FIT Google Drive is a great location for backup files.
Additional Help
Please contact TechHelp by opening a ticket at TechHelp.fitnyc.edu