Archive for June, 2011
Dropbox.com
Posted by Kevin Murphy in Communication & Collaboration, Service Catalog on June 23, 2011
Dropbox is a Web-based file hosting service that uses cloud computing to enable users to store and share files and folders with others across the Internet. Dropbox offers a free service with a limited quota and a paid service with expanded levels of quota. Clients are available for Windows, mac OSX, Linux, as well as [...]
How can I share data with collaborators outside of Tufts?
Posted by Kevin Murphy in Communication & Collaboration, Desktop Computing & Printing, Frequently Asked Questions on June 23, 2011
The University has no current method for sharing data with external groups. For this, we’ve seen some groups utilize dropbox.com as a solution. Dropbox.com is a respected company and their product is reputable. We don’t recommend installing their client on your computer, but instead, access files through the website. Dropbox allows users to share specific [...]
Will my old software work on a new computer?
Posted by Kevin Murphy in Frequently Asked Questions, Service Catalog, Software on June 22, 2011
If you are replacing a computer that is more than three years old, chances are good that the software will be incompatible with your new computer. Windows 7 64-bit is a major change from Windows XP or Windows 2000 so most software will need to be updated prior to installation with the new operating system. [...]
What if I can’t find the proof of purchase or media for my software?
Posted by Kevin Murphy in Frequently Asked Questions, Service Catalog, Software on June 22, 2011
The University requires proof of ownership for all software installed on University owned computers. If the software, such as Microsoft or Adobe products, was purchased through Tufts, there may be a way to retrieve the proof of purchase from the vendor. If you need assistance with retrieving this information, please contact OIT. If your software [...]
What software is available from the University for no cost?
Posted by Kevin Murphy in Frequently Asked Questions, Service Catalog, Software on June 22, 2011
Microsoft Windows 7 Enterprise (upgrades only) for computers owned by the University is available under the Tufts Microsoft Campus Agreement. Microsoft Office Professional 2007 or 2010 is available to install on computers owned by the University. A corresponding “Work at Home” copy is available for Faculty and Staff to install on personally owned computers off [...]