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Secure File Transfer Service (UTsend)

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UTsend is a secure file transfer service used for sharing content with internal or external users. All files are encrypted, authenticated, and virus-scanned.

U of T faculty, librarians, and staff can upload files and send file request links through UTsend. Email (e.g., Microsoft Outlook) may be used for general communication but it is not encrypted and should not be used for sharing or storing L4 data. Recipients will receive UTsend notifications via email but all file transfers will occur through the UTsend website.

   

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UTsend can be accessed using your UTORID at: https://send.utoronto.ca/

You can send a file to someone via UTsend by “dropping off” that file into the application. Downloading a file that someone else has sent to you is referred to as a file “pick up”.

UTsend hosts files for 14 days so this service is not suitable for long-term storage. Please keep a downloaded copy of any files transmitted via UTsend in another appropriate location for your own records.

 

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For assistance with UTsend, open a ticket on the Enterprise Service Centre

Backup Services (UTORrecover)

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UTORrecover is the professionally managed backup solution provided by  the Hardware Infrastructure Group (HIG) in Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) in Information Technology Services (ITS).

Services

  • Institutional Backup and Restore

Features:

  • Daily Backups with Flexible Scheduling: UTORrecover performs daily backups scheduled to run between 6 p.m. and 7 a.m. Full backups are done once per month with incremental backups thereafter. Other schedules are available upon request, providing flexibility to meet different backup needs
  • Wide Compatibility with Operating Systems: UTORrecover supports a variety of operating systems including Windows, Solaris, Linux, Netware, MacOS X, and many others. This broad compatibility ensures that most systems within the University can be backed up without issue.
  • Parallel Backups: The ability to back up multiple systems and multiple disks on a single system in parallel significantly reduces the overall time required to complete backups, enhancing efficiency and minimizing downtime
  • File, Directory, Partition, and Disk-Level Backups and Restores: UTORrecover supports comprehensive backup and restore options at various levels, including file, directory, partition, and disk. This flexibility allows for tailored backup strategies to meet specific data protection requirements
  • Local Administrator Recovery Initiation: Local administrators have the capability to initiate recoveries, providing autonomy and quick access to restore data when needed. This feature is crucial for timely data recovery and minimizing disruptions

   

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Interested in this service? Contact us: backups@eis.utoronto.ca

Backups via UTORrecover are available to any University of Toronto department or faculty. Other than the requirement that the client system be on the University’s network, there are virtually no restrictions on the type of hardware, operating system or total amount of data to be backed up.

 

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Contact: backups@eis.utoronto.ca

Emergency Notification System (UTalert)

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UTalert is a service that allows the University to quickly send important messages via email, SMS text and mobile app push notifications. UTalert complements other University communications channels, such as websites and social media.

All current members of the University community are automatically subscribed to the system for University-issued mass notifications using their official U of T email address.

 

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The University will use the UTalert system to send you messages via email, SMS text, or mobile app push notification.

UTalert texts will come from the phone number 855-756-1140. Creating a contact on your phone for this number called “UTalert” may make it easier to identify text notifications.

The UTalert website provides the ability to customize your notification options.

 

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Endpoint Protection Service (SentinelOne)

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Only IT administrators or divisional leads may request this service on behalf of their units. Individual users should contact their local IT administrator for help with service requests.

Advanced endpoint protection provides next-generation anti-virus protection for university-owned user devices and servers. It gives units delegated access to manage their endpoints, including visibility on security alerts generated by the endpoint solution. This service enables quick detection of and response to attacks and device compromises.

This service is institutionally funded and comes at no cost to units for level 1 support.

 

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To request support, as a unit administrator:

To request support, as an end user:

Research Cyber Security Consultation

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Research cyber security consultations are virtual (or, if required, in person) meetings between RISP and researchers, research-supporting staff, project teams or students. During a consultation, RISP will answer your security questions/concerns and provide you with current guidance based on the University of Toronto’s policies, standards, procedures and guidelines, as well as general cyber security best practices.

 

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Open an Enterprise Service Centre ticket to contact the Research Information Security Program.

 

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Cyber and Data Security

Geopolitical and collaboration risk

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Privacy Impact Assessment

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The Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) service allows users of information technology to assess the impacts and risks related to the use of personal information for staff, faculty and students. PIAs are done as part of vendor and application reviews to identify privacy and compliance risks. However, it is recommended that any changes to data flows to existing processes also undergo PIAs to avoid non-compliance with FIPPA requirements.

 

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Privacy policy guidance

Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FIPP) Office

Contact the Security team with questions at security@utoronto.ca

Email Services

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With the new UTmail+, you get all the email features you know and rely on plus increased functionality. Automatically organize your inbox and share documents by connecting to Microsoft 365’s OneDrive. You can connect from anywhere: log in to Outlook/UTmail+ online or download the Outlook desktop and mobile apps to access your email from any device.

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  • Web Version

To access the Outlook (UTmail+) Web interface, sign in to your work account at mail.utoronto.ca. For the first time, the page will prompt you for UTORid confirmation.

  • Desktop Version

A downloadable version of Outlook is included to the Microsoft 365 package and available for University of Toronto-owned computers under the Microsoft Campus License Agreement.

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Support Level: Advanced support available

Cloud Storage Services (OneDrive)

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Using OneDrive, you can securely store all your personal files in one place, easily share them with your colleagues and access them from any device.

With OneDrive, you can also:

  • Control the sharing rights on your documents and access files remotely.
  • Eliminate the need to send files to yourself by email: you no longer need to use your inbox for document storage.
  • Better collaborate with colleagues by editing and sending changes to OneDrive email attachments in real time through UTmail+. There is no need to collate multiple recipients’ edits and comments.
  • Keep track of document comments and edits in one place, not across multiple copies of a document.

   

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  • Web Version

To access the OneDrive Web interface, sign in to your UTmail+ account (Outlook). Then, click on the application launcher (the waffle icon in the top left corner) and select OneDrive

  • Desktop Version

Faculty members, librarians, and administrative staff with at least a 20 per cent appointment can download and install OneDrive on up to five personal devices the Office home page.

   

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Support Level: Basic support only

Managed Network Services

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Networks as a Service (NaaS) allows departments to leverage the expertise of the EIS Enterprise Networking group to ensure fast, reliable local area network (LAN) connectivity. This service is designed to address skills and capacity gaps often faced by departments with limited IT staff.

NaaS handles the design, provisioning, and ongoing management of departmental networks, making costs more predictable and easier to budget—treating the network as a utility, similar to power, heating, or cooling. Pricing is based on a per-port model and includes the cost of network switches. Departments that have recently completed a network refresh may opt to subscribe to the Network Management component only.

 

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If you’re interested in subscribing to NaaS, have questions about the service, or would like to request a network assessment, please contact us.

Diagramming and Visualization Tools (MS Visio)

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Microsoft Visio is a diagramming tool that is part of the Microsoft Office suite of productivity software. It is primarily used for creating various types of diagrams, such as flowcharts, organizational charts, network diagrams, and more. Visio provides a user-friendly interface with a wide range of shapes, templates, and tools to help users visualize and communicate complex information effectively.

Key features of Microsoft Visio include:

  • Templates and Shapes: Visio comes with a large library of templates and shapes that cater to different types of diagrams and industries. This makes it easy to start creating diagrams without having to design everything from scratch.
  • Customizable Diagrams: Users can customize shapes, lines, colours, and other elements to create diagrams that suit their specific needs. This flexibility allows for the creation of professional-looking diagrams.
  • Export and Integration: Diagrams created in Visio can be exported in various formats, including PDF, image files, and even web pages. This makes it easy to share diagrams with people who may not have Visio installed.

   

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  • UTmail+ Home
  • Log in to your online Outlook/UTmail+ account and click on the waffle in the top left corner. Select the Visio tool.
  • Visio web-based version is available for Faculty, Staff and Students.

If the full version of Visio is required it must be purchased through the License Software Office at uSource.