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View video for Map Campus Fileshares (PC)

Map Campus Fileshares (PC)

How to connect to and access a UAS campus fileshare from a campus-configured Windows 10 computer.

View video for Map Campus Fileshares (Mac)

Map Campus Fileshares (Mac)

How to connect to and access a UAS campus fileshare from an Apple computer.

View video for Downloading and Installing the VPN for Windows

Downloading and Installing the VPN for Windows

How to download, install, connect, and disconnect from the UAS VPN for Windows.

View video for Downloading and Installing the VPN for Mac

Downloading and Installing the VPN for Mac

How to download, install, connect, and disconnect from the UAS VPN for Mac.

View video for Collecting Computer Information

Collecting Computer Information

Spend a few minutes this week to learn how to collect valuable computer information for your inventory, both for Mac and Windows.

View video for Group Security Manager

Group Security Manager

Accessing the Group Security manager channel within the UAS Online Portal.

View video for Managing Software Using the Software Center

Managing Software Using the Software Center

The Software Center is an application installed on most UAS Computers to give employees more ease of access when installing and uninstalling software they require for everyday use.

Coursework

View video for Blackboard for Students

Blackboard for Students

A primer on common tools for use in Blackboard, focused on student resources and needs.

View video for Adding Images in a Blackboard Discussion Forum

Adding Images in a Blackboard Discussion Forum

A visual guide for embedding an image into a Blackboard Forum/Discussion Board post.

View video for Resizing an image for posting to Blackboard on Windows 10

Resizing an image for posting to Blackboard on Windows 10

Windows 10 instructions for resaving oversized images for use in Blackboard posts to reduce filesize and preserve formatting.

View video for Resizing an image for posting to Blackboard on MacOS

Resizing an image for posting to Blackboard on MacOS

MacOS instructions for resaving oversized images for use in Blackboard posts to reduce filesize and preserve formatting.

View video for Creating a Blackboard Test Coursesite

Creating a Blackboard Test Coursesite

Create a Blackboard Test course for experimentation with Blackboard functionality or upcoming changes, without affecting active courses.

View video for Installing a Tlingit keyboard on Windows

Installing a Tlingit keyboard on Windows

Windows instructions on downloading the Tlingit keyboard, activating it, and accessing the keyboard shortcuts. (written instructions)

View video for Installing a Tlingit keyboard on macOS

Installing a Tlingit keyboard on macOS

Mac instructions on downloading the Tlingit keyboard, activating it, and accessing the keyboard shortcuts. (written instructions)

View video for Tutorial on how to use ePortfolios

Tutorial on how to use ePortfolios

A guide on how to use the ePortfolios feature on UAS Online.
View video for Photo/Image Galleries in UASOnline's ePortfolio

Photo/Image Galleries in UASOnline's ePortfolio

Creating and editing image galleries in the UAS Online ePortfolio system, associated with Blackboard courses.

Email

View video for Forwarding your UA Email in ELMO

Forwarding your UA Email in ELMO

Instructions for students to forward their UA email to an external email address.

View video for Accessing Shared Email Accounts via Google Mail

Accessing Shared Email Accounts via Google Mail

Access your shared (departmental) UA Google email accounts through google.alaska.edu

View video for Shared Email Accounts via Microsoft Outlook

Shared Email Accounts via Microsoft Outlook

Access your shared (departmental) UA Google email accounts through Microsoft Outlook

Webmeetings

View video for Zoom: Basics

Zoom: Basics

Quick tips for first-time Zoom webmeeting users.

View video for Zoom: More Basics

Zoom: More Basics

Further tips for improving your Zoom webmeeting experience.

View video for Zoom: Backgrounds and Filters

Zoom: Backgrounds and Filters

How to use Zoom backgrounds and filters for fun or privacy.

General Tips

View video for Password Management

Password Management

This video includes guidelines for creating strong passwords and tips on managing passwords to keep your data safe.
View video for Calendar Tips

Calendar Tips

Some calendar tips to help you keep organized during school, work, and life.

View video for Private Browsing

Private Browsing

How to open and use Private or Incognito browsing windows. 

View video for Stay Up to Date: Windows

Stay Up to Date: Windows

A guide to updating your Windows computer.

View video for Stay Up to Date: Mac

Stay Up to Date: Mac

A guide to updating your Mac computer.

View video for Stay Up to Date: Chromebook

Stay Up to Date: Chromebook

A guide to updating your Chromebook.

View video for Cybersecurity: Social Engineering

Cybersecurity: Social Engineering

Learn more about social engineering and how to keep yourself secure against malicious communication.