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document Is there a website for the Active Directory (AD) project?
The Active Directory Project page is located at .
01 Jun, 2009 Views: 330
document What is Active Directory (AD)?
Active Directory is Microsoft’s directory service that allows administrators to assign policies, deploy software, and apply updates for an...
01 Jun, 2009 Views: 549
document Will I have to remember another user name and password to access my Active Directory account?
No, AD accounts are created based on NetIDs, so the login will use the same user name and password used to access Tmail. This will mean one less...
01 Jun, 2009 Views: 460
document Why did OIT decide to implement Active Directory?
OIT is trying to save money through consolidation, while improving service through standardization. Through Active Directory, the university...
01 Jun, 2009 Views: 470
document Will OIT offer assistance in determining the classification of my data and system?
Yes, the ISO's web site houses the , and the . These documents can help you make the determination as to what kind of data and system you have....
01 Jun, 2009 Views: 445
document What is Forefront?
What is Forefront? Microsoft Forefront Client Security guards against threats, such as spyware, rootkits, viruses, worms, and Trojan horses. ...
26 Oct, 2009 Views: 482
document Will the data on my computer be backed up prior to the migration to Active Directory?
No, the data that resides on your local (C:) drive will not be backed up, as this will be the responsibility of the user. The Implementation Team...
01 Jun, 2009 Views: 387
document Will my computer have to be rebuilt before being added to Active Directory?
No, your computer will not have to be rebuilt unless the computer does not meet the security requirements or if the security scans show signs of a...
01 Jun, 2009 Views: 417
document Should do anything special to my computer to prepare for the migration to Active Directory?
Each computer will have a security scan done approximately two days before the migration. Before the scan is done, there are certain security...
01 Jun, 2009 Views: 444
document My department is scheduled to be migrated to Active Directory. Will my whole department be unable to use their computers at the same time?
No, the department will be functional on the day of migration. An Implementation Team from OIT will arrive in your department on the day of the...
01 Jun, 2009 Views: 416



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