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Windows 8 is the latest operating system available from Microsoft. Most new computers now ship with that version pre-installed, and there are television commercials touting its unique interface. This has generated a lot of curiosity across campus.  However, DASA Technology Services is not yet deploying Windows 8.

• Many of the special applications used by DASA units (such as Point and Click, RecTrac, Proficio and others) will not work with Windows 8. In some cases, it will work but is not certified, which means we have no recourse/support from the vendor for any issues that pop up. We will wait for these applications to provide a upgrade and certification, and then carefully test before deploying Win8.
• Many of our printers (especially specialty printers) will not work with Win8. We will wait for updated drivers and then carefully test.
• The back-end management of Windows 8 on your desktops and laptops will be very different, and we need time make the necessary adjustments.
• The Windows 8 user interface is drastically different than Windows 7/Vista/XP. Our techies have been experimenting with it; our experience so far is that it will be a significant change for many of us. We will continue on our own learning curve and develop some basic documentation on what’s different, tips and tricks. This will be provided to each affected area once our migration to Windows 8 does occur.

OIT just released their statement on Windows 8 support, and other colleges/divisions are responding in a similar manner. We want everyone to be able to take advantage of the latest technology, but balanced with minimal transition pain. There may be isolated instances where Windows 8 is the best solution at this time, so please check with your local techie if you believe that to be the case.

A reminder that DASA Tech does not support personal devices, outside of assisting with email and calendar setup. If you are considering the purchase of a new personal device for use at work, you are encouraged to consult with your local techie, especially if the new device may have Windows 8.

Google calendar is a powerful tool for scheduling. However, settings on both the sender’s end and the receiver’s end can impact how notifications and updates are handled. This means that we need EVERYONE to use these best practices so that the functionality will work as expected.