Talking Tech

Ep. 4 Digital Essentials

Welcome to Talking Tech with Pitt Digital. In this episode, we complete our 4-part series focused on helping new students prepare for a successful Pitt experience. Our conversation dives into campus technology and turns potential tech headaches into non-issues. This episode is your guide to the wealth of tech resources available at Pitt, designed to make your academic life smoother and more efficient. In this episode, we'll cover: * Accessing powerful and free software * Taking advantage of flexible computing power * Printing and Collaboration: * Reliable Tech Support Join us to learn how to leverage these powerful tools to enhance your coursework, save money, and focus on what's most important—your academic success.

Ep. 3 Digital Resources On Campus

Welcome back to Talking Tech with Pitt Digital today with Episode 3 as we explore On-Campus Digital Essentials. This episode highlights how Pitt's comprehensive and integrated approach creates a "digital safety net" that frees up students to focus on their studies without technical hurdles. Student Computing Labs with charging stations and 70 Pitt Print Stations: View service locations [https://services.pitt.edu/TDClient/33/Portal/Requests/ServiceCatalog?CategoryID=73]   Drop-In Support Locations for help with issues like installing software or changing passwords: Get additional information [https://services.pitt.edu/TDClient/33/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=142]   The Technology Help Desk is your central point of contact for all Pitt Digital services—including on holidays. Get fast and friendly tech support via phone, chat, email, or an online form: Call 412-624-HELP (4357) [tel:+1-412-624-4357] or visit pi.tt/help [http://pi.tt/help]    The Pitt Digital Knowledgebase if you’re more of a DIY type. Find answers to common questions with our library of help articles—covering everything from information security tips, to guides for using specific software titles: Access the Pitt Digital knowledgebase [https://services.pitt.edu/TDClient/33/Portal/KB/]    Social Media for the latest tech news, service updates, and event notices from Pitt Digital: Follow @PittDigital onInstagram Pitt Digital e-newsletter for updates about technology services: Sign up [https://services.pitt.edu/TDClient/33/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=157]

Ep. 2 Security

Welcome to episode 2 of Talking Tech with Pitt Digital. This episode explores the crucial role of security in your digital life as a new student at the University of Pittsburgh. Need one key takeaway before you start? Here it is: while the Pitt Digital and the University of Pittsburgh provide comprehensive security systems and best practices, your active participation is key to a secure digital life. In this episode, we cover essential topics to help you stay safe online: * * Password Best Practices * Spotting Phishing Scams * The Power of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) * Securing Your Devices Join us to learn how these simple habits and practices can create a robust digital safety net, proving that digital security is a partnership where we all have a part to play.

Ep.1 The Pre-Arrival Digital Checklist

The Pitt Digital Talking Tech Podcast launches this week with Episode 1 on the Pre-Arrival Digital Essentials Checklist New students have a lot to do, so we'll help you do it a little faster. Get software, stay protected, and be more productive than ever—before you arrive on campus—with these perks you get from Pitt Digital [https://digital.pitt.edu/]. One Password for Everything Pitt Passport is the University’s single sign-on service used to access web-based services such as myPitt, Software Download Service, Student Information System (PeopleSoft), and many others. See how Pitt Passport protects you. [https://services.pitt.edu/TDClient/33/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=461] Browse the Pitt App Center From viewing class assignments to checking the Panthers’ score and avoiding lines at lunch, there are dozens of University-related mobile apps for iOS and Android phones. Go to the Pitt App Center [https://my.pitt.edu/collection/all/pitt-app-center]. Get Yourself Connected You’ll find two networks across campus: MyResNet in all rooms, commons spaces and dining facilities in residence halls; PittNet in academic and administrative buildings. Make sure your phone, laptop, and other devices can connect to residence hall Wi-Fi the moment you arrive on campus by registering them before you get here. Register your devices before you arrive. [https://services.pitt.edu/TDClient/33/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=222] Take the Pain Out of Passwords For services that don’t use Pitt Passport, Pitt Digital offers a promo code for students to get a free 1Password Personal Password Manager plan. Use it to generate and save secure passwords that you can access from all of your devices. View account options and enroll [https://www.technology.pitt.edu/services/pitt-password-manager-lastpass]. Check Your Pitt Email Access your University email from anywhere and keep it after graduation. You can even personalize your Pitt email address. Learn how to access email on your phone. [https://services.pitt.edu/TDClient/33/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=859] Pitt Digital [https://digital.pitt.edu/] is an organization focused on advancing the University of Pittsburgh's digital future. Our aim is to advance education, research, and society by fostering an innovative and engaged environment, truly embodying that "It's Possible at Pitt."