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Windows Devices Managed by University IT Receive Cisco Secure (AnyConnect) VPN

Highlanders who use a Windows device managed by university IT will begin to see the AnyConnect VPN on their device starting on October 27, 2025.
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New Campus VPN Available for Download, Required for Linux, Chrome, Android, and iOS Devices on October 27

Highlanders who use the campus virtual private network (VPN) should note that the old Palo Alto “GlobalProtect” client will only remain accessible on Mac and Windows devices after October 27, 2025. Users with devices that use Linux, Chrome, Android, or...
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Updates to UCR’s Zoom Meeting & Webinar Terms of Use

Effective October 10, 2025, third-party AI notetaking and transcription tools such as Spinach AI, Read AI, and Fireflies AI will be blocked from joining meetings hosted by UCR-based Zoom accounts. Highlanders should use Zoom AI Companion when utilizing AI in...
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Access Specialty Software Through UC Riverside's Virtual Computer Lab (VLab)

UCR’s VLab service provides students and faculty convenient access to campus-provided specialty software programs.
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Google AI for Education Accelerator: Enhancing Learning and Career Readiness for UCR Students

UCR students have until October 6, 2025, to sign up to take advantage of this free resource, which provides access to Google AI Pro and Google training and certification programs for one year.
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The UCR Software Catalog Service Is Now Available to Faculty and Staff

Beginning September 15, 2025, faculty and staff can independently download and install select specialized software onto their work devices.
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UC Cybersecurity Mandate 2025 Compliance Support Plan Updates

UCR will begin its phased implementation of secure access checks on September 30, 2025.
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Coming Soon: New Virtual Private Network (VPN) Service

Highlanders who use the campus VPN should keep an eye out for guidance on how to access and use the new client.
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