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Browser Pop-Ups Lead to Phone Scams
Berkeley Lab Cyber Security wants to make you aware of an ongoing attack using fake pop-up windows. This method has been observed several times at the Lab in the last few months. The pop-ups appear to be from Microsoft or an antivirus program attempting to assist you but are in fact an entry point for sophisticated phone scams.
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Coming soon: Insert a speaker spotlight in Slides for more immersive presentations.
Google Workspace Updates
January-February 2024
Learn about new and upcoming changes to Google Workspace apps, including improvements to appointment scheduling, better comment management options, immersive presentations, and more!
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Gemini AI Model
Gemini, formerly known as Bard, is a generative artificial intelligence chatbot developed by Google. Generally available to everyone at no cost, you can try chatting with Gemini today to get help with writing, planning, learning, and more.
To integrate Gemini into apps like Docs, Sheets, and Slides, you need a paid subscription to Gemini for Google Workspace, previously Duet AI. Gemini for Google Workspace licenses are offered as a recharge service per individual and can be requested by sending an email to help@lbl.gov.
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Update Legacy LastPass App for Mac Desktops
Starting on March 31, 2024, LastPass will no longer support their legacy application for Mac desktops. Users who downloaded the Mac desktop app directly from the LastPass site or downloads prior to June 2023 are impacted. Take action before the deadline to avoid disruptions to service. Note: The LastPass browser extension is not affected.
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IT Training
March 2024
The IT Division offers technical training courses to Berkeley Lab employees in partnership with UC Berkeley. Upcoming topics include Excel for advanced users, R programming, and Python workshops for analysis, visualization, and deep learning.
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Tips for More Accessible Meetings
Hosting inclusive meetings in a hybrid work environment can be challenging. Berkeley Lab’s IDEA Office has put together a helpful guide on how to make meetings more accessible to all attendees, whether the event is hybrid or held onsite.
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Celebrating Womxn in Tech Speaker Series
The UC Womxn in Tech committee is hosting a virtual series with two amazing speakers in celebration of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day (IWD) in March. This programming aims to foster a sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment. Everyone is welcome to join the events but registration is required.
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Monday, March 4, 2024, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Brandie Nonnecke, Ph.D., director of the CITRIS Policy Lab and associate research professor at the UC Berkeley Goldman School of Public Policy, will discuss navigating the intricate landscape of AI. Her talk will cover the latest developments in AI, highlighting how these innovations are reshaping industries and everyday life and the ethical and societal implications. This presentation aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of AI, cutting through the hype to reveal its actual potential and limitations, and preparing attendees for the nuanced reality of an AI-integrated future. It’s a must-attend for anyone keen to grasp the multifaceted nature of AI and its profound implications in our world.
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Thursday, March 7, 2024, 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Dr. Lauren F. Klein is a Winship Distinguished Research Professor and Associate Professor in the departments of Quantitative Theory & Methods and English at Emory University, where she also directs the Digital Humanities Lab. Her book Data Feminism (MIT Press, 2020), co-authored with Catherine D’Ignazio, established a set of seven principles for doing more just and equitable data science that was informed by intersectional feminist thought. This talk will summarize the principles and cover how they can be applied to the current conversation and technological landscape around AI, its present harms, and future possibilities.
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IT Job Openings
Please share open IT Division job opportunities with your network.
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ⓘ IT Help Desk
The IT Help Desk provides technical computer support for the Berkeley Lab community.
Send feedback regarding the IT Newsletter to itcomms@lbl.gov.
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