Updates on service issues and outages from Virginia Tech's Division of Information Technology. For computer support, visit the 4Help website below.
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The #VirginiaTech IT Security Office asks Hokies to be alert for a recent phishing scam. If you receive an unsolicited email with the subject line "ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT JOB," do not reply — report it within your email app.
vtx.vt.edu/notices/itso-emai…
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth may be coming to a close, but good security practices are a year-round must.
See yourself in Cyber -- Follow @CISAGov's easy steps like updating your software, using strong passwords, and thinking before you click to prevent cyber-attacks. Find out what else you can do to protect your sensitive information during #CyberMonth cisa.gov/4-things-you-can-do…
Reminder: Virginia Tech will test VT Alerts for all locations on September 15.
vtx.vt.edu/articles/2022/09/…
VT IT Status retweeted
#VirginiaTech will conduct a full-scale test of its VT Alerts emergency notification system on Feb. 22 at all university facilities across Virginia.
Read the notice below for more information on VT Alerts from @BeHokieReady. ⬇️
vtx.vt.edu/articles/2022/02/…
We did it - this feed is now called VT IT Status. Here, we will provide updates on #VirginiaTech IT service issues and outages, should they occur.
#Hokies who need computer help or IT support can get it 24/7 at 4help.vt.edu or by phone at 540-231-4357.
We have news! We'll soon be changing the name of this Twitter feed to VT IT Status (handle @VT_ITStatus) to better reflect what we post:
👉Alerts & updates on major IT service outages or degradations at #VirginiaTech
Keep following to get these updates on your own feed!
What's NOT changing: 4Help — it's not going anywhere.
For computer and IT support at Virginia Tech, you should still visit 4help.vt.edu or call the Help Desk at 540-231-4357.
Thank you for following; we'll see you soon with our new name & icon.
Regarding scam phone calls - avoid them altogether. lifehacker.com/why-you-shoul…
Due to a fiber cut near the Liberal Arts Building, all network services (including wired, wireless, and voice) are down. Network Infrastructure & Services is working to repair. We will keep you posted as the situation is resolved.
The @VT_IT is ready to help #VirginiaTech students, staff, and faculty with all things technology this fall. vtx.vt.edu/notices/2021/08/i…
Note: we have reports of a degradation of wireless network services at the Northern VA Center. This degradation is potentially due to a storm yesterday.
For updates, visit 4Help.vt.edu and go to the Current Status and Maintenance section.
Some vt.edu sites are coming back up, but work is still in progress towards a full resolution. Thank you for your patience.
Beginning at approximately 8:42pm, we began receiving reports that vt.edu websites were down. Our team is working to resolve this issue. We will keep you posted as the issue is resolved.
The issue affecting vt.edu websites has been resolved - please contact 4Help if you are continuing to see issues with a particular page. Thanks for your patience!
Beginning at approximately 10:22am, we received reports that vt.edu sites were unable to load. We are aware of the issue and are working to resolve. We’ll provide regular updates.
The issue that affected HokieMart yesterday has been fully resolved. Your session may need to be re-initiated. Please contact 4Help if you are still experiencing problems with HokieMart or any other IT service at Virginia Tech. Thanks.