Center for Information Technology

Overview

The Irvin E. Houck Center for Information Technology (CIT) provides access to a wide variety of information technology resources including network access, e-mail, Windows and Macintosh computer labs, online registration for classes, an online course management and communication system, software and hardware repair, audio-visual resources, a full-service Technology Store, and educational technology support.
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News & Announcements

Networking Assistant Position Filled

Thursday, May 02, 2013

The summer 2013 networking position posted recently on the Oberlin Classifieds has now been filled. Please check back in late summer for open fall positions.
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CIT identifies work-around for Java/Banner issue

Friday, February 01, 2013

CIT has identified a manual work-around for the issue causing Banner users working on Macintosh computers running Mac OS 10.6 or higher to be unable to use Banner.
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Apple blocks Java plug-in, creates Banner incompatibility

Thursday, January 31, 2013

At the present time, Banner users working on Macintosh computers running Mac OS 10.6 or higher are unable to use Banner. Currently, CIT is waiting to see if a new work-around solution is forthcoming.
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Beware of Phishing Messages!

Monday, November 19, 2012

Please be aware of "phishing" email messages appearing in your inbox! Pay particular attention to messages that ask for personal data, such as your social security number, or that ask you to click on a link to verify some information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, addresses, etc. Learn how to identify this type of spam message and how to deal with it.
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CIT Help Desk Moves to Main Floor of Mudd Center

Friday, August 10, 2012

Starting this fall, the CIT Help Desk will be located on the main level of Mudd Center, in the Academic Commons. Visit us at the central Information Desk!
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Don't Be A Victim of Computer Theft!

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

The theft of your laptop, iPad, or other technology device will definitely ruin your day, to say nothing of the expense of replacing it, the loss of vital data and work, and the potential for compromised personal or confidential information. PLEASE BE AWARE of your surroundings and KEEP YOUR LAPTOP (or other device - iPad, tablet, etc.) WITH YOU, or LOCKED, at all times!
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