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How to use TeamViewer

TeamViewer is software used for Internet-based remote access and support.  TeamViewer allows our IT support team to connect and control our client’s computers as if we were sitting in front of them.  TeamViewer is very useful when you need assistance.  Rest assured, your remote session is secure because it is done over an "https://" secure connection.

Using Eduroam for Wireless Access at UC Davis and Beyond

Eduroam is a global wireless network access service for research and education. Eligible organizations (UC Davis) can provide users (students, researchers, staff, and faculty) with wireless access at participating institutions through the use of their home institution credentials. This includes all University of California sites, some CSU sites, and other public and private universities around the world. If you are on a college campus and you see Eduroam as a wireless option, you can use it.

 

Removing Saved Email Addresses from Outlook

When you want to add recipients to an Outlook email message, you can select the ToCc, and Bcc buttons to choose a recipient from your contacts or manually type the address. If you type the address in the ToCc, or Bcc boxes, you'll notice that Outlook provides suggestions as you type. These suggestions are stored in the Auto-Complete List.

What's the difference between 'reply', 'reply all' and 'forward'?

Email is part of our daily lives and we find ourselves sending and receiving emails constantly.  Occasionally, you will need to reply to the sender or send the original message to another person/group.  It can sometimes be confusing if you should use 'reply', 'reply all', or 'forward'.  Let's break down each one, what it means and how to use them.

Turn On/Off Email Alert Popup Messages

Desktop Alerts are notifications that appear on your desktop when you receive a new email message, meeting request, or task request in your inbox. The alerts will pop up on the bottom right-hand corner of your desktop, by the System Tray.  By default, Desktop Alerts are turned on.  While useful for some, others may find them bothersome or they may interfere with your work.  If you'd like to turn your alert notifications on or off, please follow the instructions below.

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