Overview
The Irvin E. Houck Center for Information Technology (CIT) provides access to a wide variety of information technology resources including network access, email, Windows and Macintosh computer labs, online registration for classes, an online course management and communication system, individual space to store files on a college server, software and hardware repair, audio-visual resources, a full-service Technology Store, and educational technology support.
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News & Announcements
Oberlin Tech News – Sign Up to Stay Informed!
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
On February 15th, CIT will launch its new mailing list. Subscribers will get up-to-date Oberlin tech news plus information about upcoming maintenance, new software, and other developments direct from CIT. To sign up, enter your email address above!Read More
Why Is is My Favorite Website Offline?
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
SOPA, the “Stop Online Piracy Act” and PIPA, the “Protect IP Act” are bills currently under debate in the United States House of Representatives and the Senate respectively. The intention of these bills is to prevent copyright infringement by foreign web sites, but many website owners, companies, and individuals who create content on the Internet fear that these bills are so vague that they could result in censorship and restriction of free speech.Read More
Recent Computer Thefts Require Increased Vigilance
Friday, December 09, 2011
Multiple reports of the loss of laptop computers have been filed with the Office of Safety and Security recently. Find out how you can protect your computer, your data and your identity.Read More
Google's Getting a New Look
Monday, December 05, 2011
Google Apps, including OCMail and other Oberlin web applications, are getting a whole new look in a rollout that's coming soon. Read more to get all the details on how things will be different or to learn how to switch to the new look right now!Read More
MagSafe Power Adapter Class Action Settlement
Monday, November 21, 2011
If you purchased a standalone 60W or 85W MagSafe MPM-1 Power Adapter for your MacBook or MacBook Pro, you could be entitled to benefits under a class action settlement.Read More
OCDocs May Now Be Shared Worldwide
Monday, October 24, 2011
When Oberlin College launched OCDocs it was possible only to share documents within the Oberlin College domain or to named users outside the College. Beginning now, users may choose to make documents public without needing to specify with whom they wish to share.Read More
Software Training Available 24/7: Lynda.com
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Can't figure out how to format something in Word the night before the paper's due? Want to learn how to use FinalCut Pro to edit the killer video you shot for your Cinema Studies project? Use lynda.com. All faculty, staff, and students at Oberlin now have access to its training library containing over 65,000 video tutorials.Read More