Windows XP is Now the Lab's Standard Operating System for PCs

As of October 1, 2002, Windows XP is the standard operating system supported by the Lab's Information Technologies and Services Division.

Apple to Stop Offering Upgrades for Operating Systems
In a move that echoes Microsoft's recent decision to stop selling operating system upgrades, Apple Computer has also announced that it will no longer sell individual upgrades in the future.

News About the Calendar System: Upgrade and New Features on the Way
The calendar server will be upgraded on Sunday, November 10, adding such features as faster client transactions, reduced network traffic, faster synchronization to PDAs and a faster Web server.

Improving the Process for Closing Computer Accounts When Employees Leave LBNL
When an employee or guest terminates his or her employment with the Laboratory, closing all of the employee's computer accounts is time-consuming and may miss some, creating a potential security issue. To make the process more reliable and efficient, ITSD is working with the Lab's Administrative Services Division and Human Resources to develop a new automated approach.

Computer Support Help Desk to Offer Tech Tips and Treats at Oct. 24 Open House
The Lab's Computer Support Help Desk, which has moved off site to downtown Berkeley, invites employees to an Open House from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24.

Tip of the Month: Cost of Automatic Backups for PCs Reduced by 20 Percent
Prices are dropping for Lab customers who use the Connected Corporation Solution for PC backups. As of Oct. 1, the price is now $20 per month - a 20 percent reduction.