How To

Changing a read-only file
Setting a file to read-only protects it from changes to its content or accidental deletion. If a file is read-only, you cannot save changes to it until y...
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Creating a .zip file
Zip files store and transport multiple files in a single, compressed format. They are most often used to compress documents and multimedia files. Creat...
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Does IT back up my computer as part of a repair?
The following is the IT procedure for backing up faculty and staff University-issued computers: The Backup Checklist sheet must be signed, indicating...
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How much notice IT requires for setting up a new hire's computer
Information Technology requires two weeks notice before a new hire’s start date to ensure a computer is available for deployment. Additional time is need...
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How to Avoid Eye Strain
Sore, tired, burning, or itching eyes are the main symptoms of eye strain. Other symptoms include dry or watery eyes, blurred or doubled vision, headache...
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How to create a .pdf in OS X
For Mac users, in almost any application where you can print, you can save your document as a PDF. In Microsoft Office applications, follow these steps t...
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 at 12:17 PM
How to convert a document into plain text in TextEdit on a Mac
TextEdit opens a new document in rich text mode, but you can easily convert the document to plain text. You would want to do this when you need to strip ...
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 at 12:17 PM
How to map a departmental share drive on a Mac
If you have permission to access a departmental share drive, here is how to map the drive so you can access the shared files. If you don’t have permissio...
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 at 12:17 PM
How to map a departmental share drive on a Windows computer
If you have permission to access a departmental share drive, here is how to map the drive so you can access the shared files. If you don’t have permissio...
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 at 12:17 PM
How to move the data from an employee's computer when they are leaving
Whenever possible, supervisors should talk with the person who is leaving their position to determine what data is important to retain and where it is lo...
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