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B-Roll Acquisition

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What is B-Roll?

B-Roll is supplemental footage inserted as a cutaway under narration or interview that helps tell the story. It can be used to introduce a segment or to cover a speaker’s audio or video miscues.

Acquiring B-Roll

Multimedia Services has a significant amount of b-roll, however, there are projects that are so specific that we will not have the exact material required. In these situations, the producer will need to schedule a day(s) to acquire the footage. In some cases, scenarios may need to be created. If students are involved in the scenario(s) a signed release form will be needed. If b-roll needs to be recorded off campus, permits may be required.

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Best Practices for Securing Your Zoom Virtual Classroom

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Zoom comes pre-stocked with numerous security features designed to control online classrooms, prevent disruption, and help educators effectively teach remotely. Here are some best practices for securing your virtual classroom using Zoom.

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Blocking Peer to Peer Applications

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FDU’s Acceptable Use Policy prohibits running software that accepts incoming connections from other computers. Programs such as BitTorrent or other P2P file sharing hosting program all contain server components that allow others to connect to your computer and retrieve files off of your system. In addition to the legal implications of sharing copyrighted materials, file sharing software creates a security concern. Improper use of these programs could result in the compromise of your private files and may leave your system open to attacks from other computers.

To view FDU’s stance on this issue in its entirety, please view the document below.

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Budget Transfers and Invoicing

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The Process

Once a project is completed, an invoice will be generated that accurately reflects the predetermined cost associated with the production. An e-mail will be sent to the initial contractor of the production, and a GL account number will be requested to be added to the invoice and sent to Finance to complete the transfer.

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Cellular Services

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Required Process

Voice Services supports cellular services for faculty and staff for both FDU New Jersey Campuses.

In order to obtain a University provided cellular device, approval must be given by an Officer of the University along with the budget manager of your department. Any requests should be submitted through Voice Services with the approvals required by email.

All cellular service purchases must meet Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Cellular Policy.

Types of Cellular Devices/Services

Basic Cell Phones

Obtaining a basic cellular phone gives you the ability to make calls and text. There is a monthly charge for voice required with this device.

Smartphones

Obtaining a smartphone gives you the ability to make calls, text, email, and access the internet. There is a monthly charge for voice and data required with this device.

For a list of current devices available to FDU through Verizon Wireless please email voiceservices@fdu.edu.

Broadband

This service can be activated on a University provided iPad. This service is for domestic use only. There is a monthly charge for data required with this service.

Jetpack

This device is a 4G LTE mobile hotspot (mobile WIFI) and can be used with your laptop or iPad. Depending on the Jetpack model you are using it can be connected to multiple devices at one time. There is a monthly charge for voice and data required with this device

Mobile Hotspot

This service can be added to an existing FDU smartphone and is used as a WIFI hotspot on your smartphone. This is a domestic service only. There is a monthly charge required for this service.

International Services

Before you travel internationally, please email Voice Services. It is imperative that you request this change at least 3 business days prior to leaving the U.S. to ensure the changes are made and validated.

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Change and Sync NETID Password on Mac via Jamf Connect

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This article offers a detailed, step-by-step guide, on how to change your NETID password directly from your Mac using the Jamf Connect and how to synchronize this updated NETID password with your Mac’s user account password.

Changing and Syncing your NET ID Password on your Mac

  1. Click on the “FDU shield icon” located in the top right of your screen’s menu bar
  1. Select “Change Password at FDU Identity
  1. Sign in to the “FDU Identity Portal” that opens up
  1. Scroll to “Change My Password” section and enter your old password and new password in the appropriate fields. Then click the “Change My Password” button
  1. You will see the password successfully changed in the red bar when successful. Click “Done
  1. Enter your “FDU NetID” and “Password” in the corresponding fields. Click “Sign In”
  1. Enter your old password in the “Local Password” prompt and click “Sync” to synchronize the new password with your Mac’s login password

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You will need to reauthenticate your Office 365 apps and FDU-Secure.

Synchronizing NETID Password with your Mac Password

If you changed your NETID password outside of your FDU Mac, you will be prompted automatically to sync your password to your Mac’s password the next time you are connected to the internet. You will first need to log in to the machine using your old password and then proceed with the synchronization following the steps below.

    1. The following dialog box will appear once you are connected to the internet automatically. Enter your “FDU NetID” and “Password” and click “Sign In
    1. Enter your old password in the “Local Password” prompt and click the “Sync” button to synchronize the new password with your Mac’s login password

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    You will need to re-authenticate to your Office 365 apps and FDU-Secure.

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    Cisco Duo FAQ’s

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    Two-factor Authentication

    Two-factor authentication also referred to as multi-factor authentication, provides an additional layer of security when logging in to a website. Two-factor authentication is becoming the standard in cybersecurity. Google, Apple, and other services all have their two-factor authentication methods. In short, passwords are no longer sufficient in protecting our sensitive data; we’ve got to add another layer of security to our accounts.

    Common FAQ’s for Duo Authentication

      • DUO Push – if you have the DUO Mobile App installed on your smartphone or tablet, you can receive a push notification. From the app, you can approve or deny the login attempt.
      • Passcodes via DUO Mobile App – If you have the DUO Mobile app installed, you can receive a single passcode by tapping the FDU logo in the mobile app. This code must be used immediately.
      • Passcodes via SMS (Faculty/Staff Only) – users can receive a one-time use code via text message. To get you a one-time code, click Enter Passcode, then click on the blue button “Text me new codes.”  These codes do not expire, and they are valid until used.    You do not have to have a smartphone for this option.
      • Phone Call
      • (Faculty/Staff Only) – you can receive a phone call on your mobile phone or landline phone. The call will give instructions on approving or denying the login attempt.
    • DUO is required for all FDU Staff, Faculty, and Students.

    • If you opt-out of the DUO Mobile Application push notifications, there are a variety of passcode options to utilize as your second verification method.

      • Passcodes via DUO Mobile App – If you have the DUO Mobile app installed, you can receive a single passcode by tapping the FDU logo in the mobile app. This code must be used immediately.

       

      • Passcodes via SMS (Faculty/Staff Only) – users can receive a one-time use code via text message. To get you one-time code click Enter Passcode, then click on the blue button “Text me new codes.”These codes do not expire, and they are valid until used. You do not have to have a smartphone for this option.

       

    • Selecting this option will allow you to bypass DUO authentication for the next 60 days. This only works if cookies are enabled, and you are logging in from the same computer and browser. You will still be prompted to verify once – with your username and password. You will not be able to access your settings on that particular browser during the 60 days. Please note that if you have tools or policies running that regularly delete or clean cookies, the remember me feature will not work. If you do need to access your settings (perhaps to add another device), just try another browser or visit the FDU Self-Service Portal. Remember me will not work if your browser is set to private browsing mode.

    • The remember me feature relies on browser cookies. For remember me to work, your Internet browser must allow cookies to be stored. Visit your browser content settings to ensure cookies are being stored. Some departments on campus do not allow cookies to be stored. If the remember me feature does not work on your browser, check with desktop support in your area.

    • If you do not have your device with you, you can obtain a batch of temporary passcodes. To obtain a temporary passcode, call the Fairleigh Dickinson University Technical Assistance Center (UTAC).  Each of the passcodes can only be used once and will expire in 7 days.

      NOTE: If you have lost your device, please report it to the Fairleigh Dickinson University Technical Assistance Center (UTAC).  We want to ensure someone else does not maliciously authenticate your account with your device.

    • DUO is available to all faculty,staff, and Students. At this time, DUO is not available to FDU retirees, past employees, or alumni.

    • Yes, the passcode option on the DUO app does not require WiFi or cellular connectivity, it even works on airplane mode. To use this option, visit the DUO app on your smartphone, and tap the key icon to obtain a passcode. Enter the passcode into the DUO prompt when logging into any website that requires DUO authentication.

    • DUO Authentication is required by any application the utilizes the university Single Sign-On (SSO) service.  Examples of some websites that require DUO authentication are listed below.

      • WebAdvisior
      • WebCampus
      • Office365 (Office365.fdu.edu)
      • Blackboard
      • Zoom
    • You may have trouble receiving push requests if there are network issues between your phone and Duo’s service. Many phones have difficulty determining whether to use the Wi-Fi or cellular data channel when checking for push requests and simply turning the phone to airplane mode and back to normal operating mode again often resolves these types of issues, if there is a reliable internet connection available. Similarly, the issue may be resolved by turning off the Wi-Fi connection on your device and using the cellular data connection.

      Check the time and date on your phone and make sure they are correct. If the date and time on your phone are manually set, try changing your device’s configuration to sync date and time automatically with the network.

      iOS users can run a troubleshooting tool from within Duo Mobile version 3.32.0 or later. To run the tool:

      1. Open the Duo Mobile app on your iOS device and tap the Edit button in the top left of the accounts list screen, then tap the name of the account for you aren’t receiving push requests.
      2. Next, tap the Get Started button in the “Missing Notifications?” section of the “Account Details” screen.
      3. Duo Mobile performs the test. If any step fails, you’ll receive further troubleshooting suggestions. After taking the suggested actions, press “Run test again” to retry.

      The steps that Push Troubleshooting performs automatically are as follows:

      • Check device settings.
      • Check internet connectivity.
      • Check that the device can contact Duo’s cloud service.
      • Attempts to send a test Duo Push notification.

      Should none of these actions help, see the Duo Knowledge Base for additional iOS and Android troubleshooting steps.

      If you can’t get Duo Push working on your own, you can log in with a passcode generated by the Duo Mobile app and send a new activation link to your phone.

      If you’ve tried the suggestions here but can’t get Duo Push working or reactivate your device yourself, please contact the Fairleigh Dickinson University Technical Assistance Center (UTAC).

    • Press the red “X to deny access to your account, then promptly change your FDU NetID password.

    • Yes! Visit the app store on your smartphone to download DUO Mobile.

      DUO for iOS >

      DUO for Android >

      NOTE: Google Play Services are required to receive push notifications on Android. Users without Google Play Services installed will have to “fetch” by swiping down in the DUO Mobile app.

      1. If your phone number has not changed, login to FDU Self-Service Portal then choose the “Call my Phone” option.
      2. Choose your device from the list, and then click “Device Options” next to your phone.
      3. Next click the “Reactivate Duo Mobile” button (you will need to install the Duo app on your phone to proceed). Then follow the instructions to activate DUO Mobile on your new device.

      If you have a new phone number, you will first need to obtain a temporary passcode (see the ‘What are Passcodes?’ section above).

      1. Login to FDU Self-Service Portal and enter the temporary passcode.
      2. Click on “Add a new device.”
      3. Once you complete adding your new device, please delete the device you are replacing.
    • Yes, you can add devices by visiting your DUO settings. When you see the DUO prompt with the three notification options, click “Settings” at the top right.

      NOTE: If you are using the Remember Me for 60 days feature, you will need to visit FDU Self-Service Portal access your settings.)

      After you click Settings, click “Add a New Device“. You can register smartphones, cell phones, tablets, and landline phones.

    • The DUO smartphone application serves only to provide two-factor authentication. It does not access any personal information on your device, nor does it track your location. Learn more about DUO’s commitment to privacy on its website.

    • For additional support, please visit the Fairleigh Dickinson University Technical Assistance Center (UTAC).

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    Cisco Unified Communications Call Forward

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    With Cisco Unified Communications call forwarding, you have the ability to forward all of your incoming calls to another phone number. This can be useful in the event that you need to work from home or temporarily work from a different office.

    Enabling Call Forwarding On-site
    1. To activate call forwarding, press “Forward All” while the phone is still on the hook
    2. To forward off campus, enter 3 then 1 and the 10-digit number.
      Example: (3 1 201 555 1212)
    3. To forward on campus, enter the 4-digit campus extension
      Example: (5555)
    4. A message will briefly appear on your phone’s screen to let you know that calls are now being forwarded
    5. With forwarding enabled, the onscreen “Forward All” button will now read as “Forward Off

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    To Disable Call Forwarding simply press this “Forward Off” button when you are ready to deactivate the feature.

    The call forwarding process is also explained in your phone’s Quick Reference Guide.

    This short and easy to use document explains many essential UC features including conference calls, call transferring and voicemail.

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    Enabling Call Forwarding Offsite

    If you are unable to be by your FDU phone, and you need to set up Call Forwarding, you can do this through our Self-Service portal.

    1. You must have an NWN Cloud Self-Service account in order to modify your preferences. If you have one already, proceed to step 3 otherwise continue to step 2
    2. Call the Fairleigh Dickinson University Technical Assistance Center (UTAC) and let them know you are accessing your NWN Cloud Self-Service portal for the first time. UTAC will provide you a temporary password for logging in the first time
    3. Visit the self-service portal at fdu-selfcare.nwncloud.com
    4. Enter your full NETID@fdu.edu in the login field. Example: (SmithR@fdu.edu)
    5. Enter your NWN Cloud account password and click “Enter
    6. Next click on your Name on the top right of the screen. Hover over the drop-down menu and click “My Account
    1. Under “Web Password” un-click the checkbox to set a custom password. When done, click “Apply” in the top right corner
    1. Once logged in, click “My Call Forwards
    1. Input the phone number you wish to forward to then click “Apply
      • To forward off campus, enter 3 then 1 and the 10-digit number.
        Example: (3 1 201 555 1212)
      • To forward on campus, enter the 4-digit campus extension
        Example: (5555)

    NOTE: If you have more than one internal number, click on the extension you wish to forward.

    NOTE: If you need to use your personal cell phone to make a call from a remote site, and you do not wish to reveal your Caller ID, simply prepend the phone number to be dialed with *67.  Example: *672015551212.  Your phone number will not appear to the phone of the person dialed.

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    Cisco Unified Communications Headset Selection and Pricing

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    As a staff or faculty member, you can request a Headset for the new Cisco IP Unified Communications system.

    Below you will find PDF’s containing headset offerings and the pricing sheet.

    Note: With the selection of a headset, please note which Cisco phone model your headset will being connecting to.

    The prices on this sheet have been pre-negotiated with our vendor. A quote is not needed to place an order for one of the approved headsets. Only approved headsets can be attached to Unified Communications devices.

    If you have any questions, please contact Megan Kogut at (203)-851-7083

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    Cisco Unified Communications Jabber Softphone Installation

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    Installing Cisco Jabber Softphone

    When you are out of the office, a softphone on your computer can be used to make and receive calls from your campus phone number.

    1. You must have an active NWN Cloud Self-Service account in order to use the Cisco Jabber Softphone. If you have one already, proceed to step 3 otherwise continue to step 2
    2. Contact the Fairleigh Dickinson University Technical Assistance Center (UTAC) and let them know you are accessing your NWN Cloud Self-Service portal for the first time. UTAC will provide you a temporary password for logging in the first time
    3. Visit the self-service portal at fdu-selfcare.nwncloud.com
    4. Enter your full NETID@fdu.edu in the login field. Example: (SmithR@fdu.edu)
    5. Enter your NWN Cloud account password and click “Enter
    6. Click and download Jabber for Windows or macOS, located within the links sections.
    1. Each Jabber link will send you to a webpage to download the latest Cisco Jabber software. Choose download at the top right and wait for it to start

    Note:

    There is no need to login again if you are prompted, the download will begin shortly.

    1. Install the Jabber Software
    Windows
    • For Windows, double click the downloaded CiscoJabber.ZIP file and double click on the Setup file to start the installation. Click “Yes” to accept and install the software. Once complete, the Cisco Jabber Software will start and it will have created a shortcut in your Programs Folder

    Note:

    If you are prompted for an administrative account, and the installation will not proceed, call UTAC and they will be able to assist you through this step.

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    • For Mac, double click the downloaded CiscoJabber.PKG and proceed through the installation.

    The Cisco Jabber Software will be available under your Applications folder.

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    1. Start Cisco Jabber and enter your username, which is your full NETID@fdu.edu in the login field and click continue. Example: (SmithR@fdu.edu)
    1. Enter your NWN self-service portal password and click Sign In
    1. The Cisco Jabber client installation is now complete.
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