DCU VPN

The Cisco VPN client that you are currently using has reached the end of life and is being replaced with the new DCU Pulse VPN.

All users of the existing DCU VPN service will need to install the new Pulse VPN client to ensure continued remote access to the DCU network.

The new Pulse VPN is future proofed and is available to install on handheld devices such as iPads, iPhones, and Android devices.

To view instructions on how to download and install the new Pulse VPN, please visit:

DCU Pulse VPN 

If you encounter any issues while installing the Pulse VPN client, we would ask you to submit a ticket with as many details as possible so we can assist you with the process.

Thank you for your cooperation.

New Student Information

Information Systems Services have student support desks on all DCU campuses.

Check out our website for all your IT needs: www.dcu.ie/iss

1.  Student Apps - Find all your college IT applications in one place, Exam Past papers, Exam Timetables, studentapps.dcu.ie
2.  Eduroam - log in with your DCU username and password to connect and access Eduroam worldwide, studentapps.dcu.ie
3.  Personal Laptop Maintenance — Install Microsoft Security Essentials, Malwarebytes 
4.  Loop - DCU’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), Course lecture notes, Upload & submit assignments, studentapps.dcu.ie
5.  DCU Apps - Unlimited cloud storage with DCU Google Drive to back up all your data, access anywhere, studentapps.dcu.ie
6.  DCU Apps - DCU student email, access from anywhere with your DCU username and password, studentapps.dcu.ie
7.  Timetable — Search timetables by Programme, Location, Module, Assignment due dates, studentapps.dcu.ie
8.  Student Computer Labs — Desktop computers available in multiple locations, no booking required, studentapps.dcu.ie
9.  Laptop Loans - Laptops available to loan in both Glasnevin and St Patricks campuses, studentapps.dcu.ie
10.  Printing & Photocopying - Print and copy from multiple locations, scan to email and USB stick & printing from your laptop, studentapps.dcu.ie

ISS Security Notice:

 
To keep your software updated and the DCU network/connected devices safe from malicious viruses please shutdown your PC at the end of the working day. If you have any concerns or queries please log a ticket with our servicedesk or call ext. 5007.

Phishing emails come in all shapes and sizes, but fortunately, there are some "tells" you can look for to help spot potential scams.

1. It just doesn't look right. ls there something a little off with the emails? Too good to be true? Trust your instincts if they tell you to be suspicious.

2. Generic salutations. Instead of directly addressing you, phishing emails often use generic salutations like "Dear Customer." Using impersonal salutations saves the cyber criminals time so they can maximise their number of potential victims.

3. Links to official-looking sites asking you to enter sensitive data. These spoofed sites are often very convincing, so before revealing personal information or confidential data examine the site to make sure it's real.

4. Unexpected emails that use specific information about you. Information like job title, previous employment, or personal interests can be gleaned from social networking sites like LinkedIn and then used to make a phishing email more convincing. 

5. Unnerving phrases. Thieves often use phrases meant to scare you (such as saying your account has been breached) to trick you into acting without thinking, and in doing so revealing information you ordinarily would not.

6. Poor grammar or spelling. This is often a dead giveaway. An unusual syntax is also a sign that something is wrong.

7. A sense of urgency. For example: "If you don't respond within 12 hours, your account will be closed." By convincing you the clock is ticking, thieves hope you'll make a mistake.

8. "You've won the grand prize!" These phishing emails are common but easy to spot. A similar, trickier variation is asking you to complete a survey (thus giving up your personal information) in return for a prize.

9. "Verify your account." These messages spoof real emails asking you to verify your account with a site or organisation. Always question why you're being asked to verify - there's a good chance it's a scam.

10. Cybersquatting. Often cyber criminals will purchase and "squat" on website names that are similar to an official website in the hopes that users go to the wrong site, such as www.google.com vs. www.gOOgle.com. Always take a moment to check out the URL before entering your personal information.