So what makes a good password? It’s time to think random! A password of three random words is a strong defence against hackers. Find out why at #CyberAware

This year, we’ll be implementing a phased return for students coming back to term-time accommodation after the winter break for students in Scotland 🏫 Find out what this means, and how it affects you, on the UWS website ➡️ bit.ly/35e2na4

2020 was a challenging year for all of us, so from all of us there at #UWS #YourITDS, we wish you all a happy 2021!

1TB of FREE cloud storage? It's real! All UWS Students (and Staff!) get 1TB of FREE OneDrive storage through Office 365! Get started by clicking on the "OneDrive" button on your MyDay home page or by visiting onedrive.com #YourITDS

Today is #DataPrivacyDay, find out how you can protect yourself from the impact of a data breach with NCSC UK's new guidance: ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/data-… #PrivacyAware

As a UWS student (or staff member!), you can enjoy 1TB of cloud storage and the complete suite of Microsoft Office apps. Perfect for working from home! Get started now: portal.office.com #YourITDS

2 Factor Authentication is a quick and easy way to secure your accounts. Most major services support it, so why not spend a few minutes to make your accouts more secure! You can find out how at authy.com #CSW2021

Service Announcment: Due to essential required upgrade work, Banner will be unavailable until Wednesday 3rd March 2021. This includes both Student Self Service and Faculty Self Service.

With the majority of our students and staff working remotely, it’s never been more important to take your online safety seriously 💻 UWS Information Services (IT) have lots of top tips – and you can find out more about digital skills support at UWS online 👉 bit.ly/2LKDbCr

UWS students who are experiencing financial hardship and are unable to fund the cost of essential technology needed for studies, particularly when access to campus is limited, may be able to borrow from the University through a Digital Hardship Scheme. uws.ac.uk/about-uws/acad…

Congratulations to the following companies who are now certified to #CyberEssentials via our great Certification Bodies: British Canoeing via Red Circles Cyber Security , Deborah via Secure Schools and @uwsitds via @sericsystems

Service Announcment: Due to essential required upgrade work, Banner will be unavailable until 9AM on Tuesday 1st June 2021. This includes both Student Self Service and Faculty Self Service.

Good afternoon everyone! We've had some system issues this morning UWS Paisley Campus that we've been working hard to resolve. Most of these should now be fixed, but please reach out to us @ [email protected] if you're still having problems!

It looks like we are experiencing some issues with the connections between UWS campuses at present. Our provider is working hard to resolve the issue, but access to systems like Banner & Moodle may be patchy in the meantime. Sorry for any issues this may be causing.

Need help with IT issues at UWS? You can now get in touch with the team by sending a WhatsApp to 0141 848 3998, as well as phoning 0141 848 3999 or emailing [email protected]

If you become a victim of cybercrime, you can report this to @policescotland by visiting a station or calling 101 (nonemergency). scotland.police.uk/contact-us/rep… #report #CyberAwareScotland CyberScotland

The UWS Self Service Portal is the place to go for information on everything from our Library opening times to funding advice and CV & Job application support. hub.uws.ac.uk

All of our students and staff have access to our online Self Service Portal! Use it to find the answers to FAQs, log calls or place service requests and review the progress of any submitted requests. hub.uws.ac.uk

Did you know that everyone at UWS can get the full Microsoft Office suite for FREE on up to 5 devices? Just visit portal.office.com; log in with your UWS email address and password and click the download link at the top right of the page! #YourITDS

Build a career in the fast-developing world of IT with new postgraduate courses at UWS - find out about PG programmes in Information Technology with options including Data Analytics, Information Security, Web Development and more here: bit.ly/UWSPGInformati…