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GOODBYE 2017

As we draw closer to the end of the year, it's time to reassess and see how we can do things better and more efficient. In this last edition, Attie Juyn, our Senior Director, reflects on some of the major IT events, trends and achievements during 2017.

Before we take a break, we have to do some maintenance in order for our systems to perform at optimal levels when 2018 kicks off. Maintenance will take place this weekend, 8-10 December.

All that remains to say is — thank you for your support, patience, assistance and input throughout 2017. May you soon have a well-deserved rest and enjoy spending time with your family.

   
 
MESSAGE FROM ATTIE: IT REVIEW 2017 REPORT PHISHING, SPAM AND MALWARE

At the end of another busy year, it is time to reflect on some of the major IT events, trends and achievements. Information Technology's Senior Director, Attie Juyn, updates us on 2017's successes and challenges.
We encourage you to submit potential spam, malware and phishing examples for review. By analysing these submissions, the cybersecurity team can improve the level of virus and spam detection. #security
 
CONSOLIDATION OF STUDENT ACCOUNTS MAINTENANCE WEEKEND 8-10 DECEMBER
Photostat, laundry, meal, printer and internet quotas will be consolidated on Monday 11 December. The system will only be available for students again from Monday 18 December. #news
Also read: Deadline for paying internet quota from student accounts
The last scheduled maintenance weekend for 2017 will be taking place from 17:00 on Friday afternoon, 8 December until 07:00 on Monday morning, 11 December. #news
Also read: Free Windows 10 upgrade for asset PCs until the end of December
 
CYBER SECURITY NEWS
+ LATEST PHISHING EMAILS
+ Phishing: a clear and present danger
+ What you need to stay safe and secure when banking online (via ABSA)
+ Report phishing, spam and malware
+ More articles on cyber security
 
TECH NEWS
+ Social networking sites may be controlling your mind
+ How to share your smartphone photos this holiday
+ Antisocial media: not every message has to go viral
+ Cryptokitties explained - The massive Ethereum craze
+ For more news, follow us on Twitter
 
NOTICES
+ LAST CHANCE: Free Windows 10 upgrade for asset PCs until the end of December
+ Custom-made cybersecurity communication
+ One-on-one consultation service for staff
+ Access academic resources via SAFIRE
 
WATCH AND LISTEN
+ The world can now ‘Street View’ SA National Parks and more thanks to Google
+ Samsung mocks iPhone's slow catch up
+ If cell phone commercials were honest
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