Setup your Yubico Security Key 1. In a new tab, navigate to https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info 2. If prompted, sign in to your account. Click on your email address if provided or enter your FIT email address Enter your FIT password, then click “Sign in” Optional click “Don’t show this again”, then click “Yes” 3. Click “Add sign-in […]
What’s ChangingOver the next few months, FIT is changing how we verify a person’s identity when they log in to FIT’s Google Workspace applications (Gmail, Drive, Calendar, etc.). Transitioning from using Google’s 2-step Authentication (also known as 2FA) to Microsoft’s Multi-Factor Authentication system. This change is important because it strengthens our security posture while providing […]
Digital file management often leads to an all-too-common problem: multiple copies of the same file scattered across different folders and drives. This redundancy wastes storage space and creates version control headaches. But there’s a better way! Using file shortcuts allows you to access the same file from multiple locations without creating duplicate copies. Why Use […]
To further improve the security of FIT systems and data, we are moving to a longer password requirement and adopting a passphrase to access FIT services such as Adobe, Brightspace, MyFIT, Google Workspace. Effective March 11, 2025, new passwords must be 15 characters or longer. Existing passwords will remain valid until they expire or are […]
TLDR (Article Summary) Passphrases are a simple and effective way to secure your accounts. By combining meaningful words into a long, unique, and complex phrase, you can create something that’s easy for you to remember but hard for others to guess. Following this checklist can help you create a strong, unique passphrase. At least 15 […]
If you’ve ever saved a document as “Draft1,” “Version 2022,” or the dreaded “Final_Final_Version2,” you’re not alone. While creating multiple drafts might feel like a way to stay organized, it often leads to cluttered storage, confusion about which file is the most current, and wasted time sorting through duplicates. Enter Version History, a powerful feature […]
Duplicate files may seem harmless, but they can quietly clog your cloud storage, waste valuable space, and make organization a headache. From downloaded attachments to saved edits of the same document, duplicates often sneak in unnoticed, multiplying the chaos in your digital life. Luckily, tackling duplicates is simpler than you think. With a few quick […]
Untitled documents: we’ve all created them. Whether it’s a quick note, a half-finished draft, or something you forgot to rename, these mystery files can pile up and turn your digital storage into a cluttered mess. Worse yet, untitled documents are easily overlooked, making it harder to find what you need or identify what’s worth keeping. […]
We’ve all been there: endless back-and-forth emails trying to find a meeting time that works for everyone. It’s frustrating, time-consuming, and it clutters your inbox. But there’s a bigger impact too—each unnecessary email contributes to your digital carbon footprint. By managing your calendar more effectively in Google Workspace, you can reduce scheduling chaos, cut down […]
It is important to properly sign out of your computer when you are finished for the day. This is particularly important on shared devices to maintain security and make things easier for the next user. Additionally, the Division of Information Technology regularly deploys updates and system patches to fix security vulnerabilities and improve overall computer […]