EndNote X7 to be Released May 20
News from The Libraries – May 2013
There will be 24/7 access to the Briscoe Library during spring semester exams. Please be sure to bring your HSC ID card with you when using the library. Access to library will be through ID card swipe. If you have any questions about extended library hours, contact askalibrarian@uthscsa.edu.
On May 20, EndNote X7 will be released for Windows users. The new EndNote will offer full compatibility with Office 2013. (A release date for the Mac X7 is not yet available.)
According to the EndNote on Facebook, if you purchased X6 on or after March 21st, you will be eligible for a free upgrade to X7. Watch www.endnote.com for details about upgrades.
Remember, the best price for UT Health Science Center at San Antonio student, faculty and staff users of EndNote is at the HSC Computer Store.
EndNote X7 classes will begin at the library later this summer, stay tuned! The next EndNote X6 class is May 22.
If you have any questions about EndNote or the library’s EndNote classes, please contact Katie Prentice, Head of Education and Information Services at prenticek@uthscsa.edu.
The Library is surveying faculty and students from all UT Health Science Center campuses regarding their satisfaction with the library collection, space and services. Survey responses will provide us with information about how well the library is serving your needs as we continue to evolve as a 21st century library.
The survey will take no more than 10 – 15 minutes to complete.
This survey is limited to UT Health Science Center faculty and students. Students who respond can choose to be entered into a drawing for a gift card from an area restaurant.
If you have any questions or technical problems please contact:
Jonquil Feldman, Director of Briscoe Library and Outreach Services
feldman@uthscsa.edu
210-567-2430
Image of a USB keylogger
Nowadays, we’re all more aware of potential security threats, like unattended bags or dangerous behavior, in public places like malls and airports. We also know what to do when we observe a threat: “see something, say something.” When using public computing facilities, like our Briscoe Library Information Commons, other computer labs and libraries, or open wi-fi networks, it’s just as important for all of us to be aware of information security threats. One such potential threat is represented by keyloggers, so we want to make sure you know what they are, and how to protect yourself (and others) against the threat.
What is a keylogger, and what does it do? The Health Science Center’s “Glossary of Information Security-Related Terms” defines a keylogger as a “hardware device or a software application designed to capture user keystrokes. The device or application is usually installed without the user’s knowledge, and is used to capture user information (passwords, credit card information, PINs, etc.). The information is later retrieved by the intruder.”
What does a keylogger look like? As the definition suggests, there are two kinds of keyloggers: hardware devices and software programs. The hardware devices can be very tiny — often little larger than a quarter — and look a little like a USB flash drive (see picture at right). They connect to the same USB or PS/2 port where the keyboard would normally connect, between the keyboard cable and the computer itself. Software keyloggers, on the other hand, can’t be seen — in some cases, they may be detected by antivirus or antimalware tools, but not always.
What’s the risk? If you use a computer with a keylogger installed, every keystroke is recorded — as you log in, your password is recorded; if you access Facebook, that password is recorded; if you use online banking, your password is recorded; if you shop online with your credit card, your card number is recorded — and all of these can then be harvested by the intruder who has installed the keylogger.
How do we protect you at the Libraries? To protect against hardware keyloggers, we are now regularly inspecting our public machines to ensure they are free of unauthorized hardware. However, we need your help — if you see anything suspicious attached to one of our computers, please let the library staff know immediately. To protect against software keyloggers, we employ a system at the Libraries that automatically removes all newly-installed software and newly-created documents from the computer each time it is rebooted. We also need your help, though — don’t allow any software to install on a Library computer unless you are absolutely sure of its source.
How can you protect yourself in public computing environments? Obviously, be aware of the computer environment you’re using. Check for hardware keyloggers; check that there is anti-malware software installed and that it’s up-to-date; and if you’re not sure, run an anti-malware program on the machine yourself (such as MalwareBytes or SpyBot Search & Destroy). If your webmail or social networking provider offers a two-factor authentication option, consider enabling this option, so that logins at new computers (like public computers) require you to confirm with a separate code. If you must enter passwords on a public computer that may not be safe, form filler or password manager programs like KeePass+KeeForm or LastPass may help protect you against many (but not necessarily all) keyloggers.
If you’ve got questions, please contact one of our friendly librarians and we’d be happy to help. Your safety — and the safety of your private information — is vitally important to us.
Eight students from the School of Medicine and the School of Health Professions visited the P.I. Nixon Medical Historical Library on April 30. The visit was the conclusion of a class covering the history of anatomy from ancient times to the present. Shown here: Kar-Wei Leung, MS1, examines an early 20th century photograph from the Edinburgh Stereoscopic Atlas of Anatomy (1906).
National Network of Libraries of Medicine to offer classes
Exhibit in the Briscoe Library highlights the science and art of anatomical illustration
Library mounts community health education efforts
Rare texts support inquiry in the School of Medicine and the School of Health Professions
Rosetta Stone Spanish available at the Laredo Regional Campus Library
P.I. Nixon Medical Historical Library to be closed May 6 through 10
Briscoe Library to be open 24/7 during exams
Library hours for Memorial Day holiday weekend
Library expands access to dental journals
New to the shelves of the Briscoe Library in May
UTHSCSA Toastmasters: Consider becoming a member
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Faculty, staff, and students now have the ability to access the following Quintessence journals, on and off-campus:
If you have any questions regarding access, please contact Dana Whitmire, Electronic Resources/Serials Librarian at whitmired@uthscsa.edu.
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