Installing Java on Windows 10 for use with CROA

Overview In order to use the Java based editor in business objects, users must be using Internet Explorer with an appropriate version of Java. Instructions To find out which versions of Java are currently installed: Type “Java” in the Windows search bar and select “Configure Java” In the Java Control Panel click “Java” Select View Install Java for use with IE: Open \\ourslu\installs$\java Copy JavaSetup8u231.exe to a local folder (eg. desktop/documents) Run the installer for the local location Once Java is installed, restart the computer Add site exceptions in the Java control panel: Type…

Sign in to Skype for Business on Mac and Windows

Windows Instructions If you are signing in to Skype for Business from off campus, you will need to have the Windows Certificate installed. Install Skype for Business for Windows Open the Skype for Business app on your PC. In the box labeled "Sign-in Address", enter your St. Lawrence email. Click Sign-in. When prompted, enter your St. Lawrence password and click Sign-in again. If prompted to save your Skype for Business sign-in info, you can click Yes. Mac Instructions Open the Skype for Business app on your Mac. Click Advanced Options. In the box labeled "User Name", enter your St. Lawrence…

Install Microsoft Office 365 Applications on your Computer

Information Many of your professors will be expecting your documents to be created within Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Powerpoint, and Excel. These applications are available to you at no charge while you are a student at St. Lawrence, and can be installed onto personal computers or used from the web. Install Office on PC or Mac Note: If necessary, uninstall all previous versions of Microsoft Office before installing a new version. Navigate to: http://portal.office.com. Enter your St. Lawrence University email address and click Next to be directed to the St. Lawrence University…

Install Mathematica

Overview Mathematica is available for students to install on their personal computers. Their access will end when they graduate or leave the University. The current version of Mathematica will also be available to students in any of the public computer labs. Windows Installation Connect to the N drive Navigate to N:\Menu\SLU Network Menu\Software for Courses\Physics\Mathematica Right click the Mathematica12.1WindowsInstall shortcut and choose Run as Administrator There will be a delay as the program downloads, the Mathematica installer is approximately 3.5 GB When Wolfram Mathematica Setup…

Import and Export WordPress Site

This article explains how to export your WordPress site as an .xml file. This is useful for faculty, staff and students who are leaving the University and want to take the content of their site to archive or transfer to another site. Export Log in to your existing site Hover over My Sites and select the site you want to export Click Tools Click Export Choose what to export and click Download Export File You can backup this .xml file for safe-keeping or import it to another site. Import Create a new site Hover over My Sites and select the site you want to import data to Click Tools Click Import…

How to use an OTP Token for Multifactor Authentication

Use an OTP Token for Authentication Poster Follow the poster's instructions for using a token for authentication. For the accessible written format, scroll down to " Instructions." Instructions When signing into a St. Lawrence web page, sign in with your email address and password. If prompted to approve a sign-in request, click I can't use my Microsoft Authenticator app right now. Click Approve a request on my Microsoft Authenticator app. ​​​​​​​ On your OTP token, press the power button. You will see a 6-digit code appear on the screen of the OTP token. Enter the 6-digit code into the box…

How to tell if your computer has malware

Common Symptoms of Malware There are many problems that your device may experience due to being infected with malware. Below you will find some common symptoms. Pop-up ads and windows - Often, infected computers will start displaying pop-up messages. Many even indicate that your computer is infected and to "Click Here" for help. Do not click on these types of pop-ups as this is usually a scam trying to get you to purchase fake software to clean your computer. Your browser homepage has changed and you did not change it - Many types of malware will either redirect your web browser or set the…

How to sign into a University Phone

Instructions If the phone is unplugged, plug the phone into the ethernet jack on the wall. Wait for the login option to appear. If necessary, press the button underneath "Sign In" for phones without a touch screen, or tap directly on the "Sign In" button if your phone has a touch screen. Press the 2 button for Pin Authentication. Next to "Extension", enter your extension. For "PIN", enter 229 followed by your extension. On touch screen phones, you may need to tap on the word PIN in order to type in the PIN section. Press the Sign In button. Wait for the phone to sign in. If you have a touch…

How to Share Files with OneDrive (Windows)

Overview How to share files from OneDrive (Windows) Instructions Save the file you would like to share to your OneDrive folder. Open your OneDrive folder in Windows Explorer. Right click the chosen file and click "Share". Choose who you would like to have access by clicking “Anyone with the link” and selecting your preferred security setting. Enter the email addresses of the people with whom you would like to share the document. Click Send

How to setup Python for Computer Science Classes

Overview The following instructions have been written by Kevin Angstadt and are up to date as of September 2024. Follow these steps carefully to duplicate the classroom programming environment on your personal computer. If you run into trouble, please contact the IT Help Desk. Instructions Windows Instructions Set up OneDrive: Follow these instructions to set up OneDrive on your computer. You will be saving all of your Python files on OneDrive to avoid losing all your work if your computer breaks during the semester. (This has happened every semester I've taught 140!) Get the Python…
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