UTS will be migrating Windows computers currently accessing the IRMNT and Encore Windows domains to the FIU Active Directory domain. This migration will allow computers running Windows to comply with state, federal, and University guidelines.

Additionally, Windows 2000 and Windows XP computers not currently part of a University active directory are eligible to participate in the FIU Active Directory migration based on the department’s IT needs. UTS will collaborate with department representatives in order to identify, assess, and plan the migration of their Windows computers.

As part of this project, the following security features will be implemented in administrative departments:

  • Require the use of stronger passwords
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    		Passwords must be at least 8 characters long
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    		The last 4 passwords will be saved
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    		Passwords will expire after 90 days

  • A login banner will be displayed at every login. 
  • A locking screen saver will activate after the computer has been idle for 10 minutes.
  • Configure Microsoft Automatic Updates to ensure proper installation of critical and security patches.

The security settings for academic and research departments will be identified during the department’s assessment. Additional information will be available during the assessment and user information sessions.