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Student HPC platform with Graphical User Interface

Students develop, test, and run their applications which require multiple CPUs, memory, and GPU resources, on the student HPC platform that previously relied on used to command-line interfaces. To improve students’ user experience and allow students from different disciplines to get their experience on Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (AIDA), a new GUI interface become ready commencing new semester.

Practical tips for sharing document on O365 OneDrive

O365 OneDrive has a feature to allow users to share specific file or content of folder with staff and students as well as external parties. The files and folders that stored in OneDrive are default private until you grant view or edit rights to others.

Make good use of Classroom Booking Status Enquiry (CBSE) mobile app

CBSE Mobile, a user-friendly app that provides real-time information on classroom and Lecture Theatres (LTs) booking status at PolyU. This app facilitates staff and students to check the availability of teaching venues for booking or use. Students can leverage teaching venues with no prior booking for project group discussion or revision purpose.

Canva software and AI tools workshops for students

To equip our students with new knowledge to gear up in the new digital age, Teaching & Learning Information Technology (TLIT) training workshops are conducted periodically.

Upcoming research workshop in summer

Please enrol on coming hybrid workshop on 26 July for trying out the new web portal to dispatch your processing tasks to student HPC platform.

Mitigate cyber threats on Windows desktop

A new module of IT Security Online Training Course for students and staff is now available on LEARN@PolyU. This module is about keeping your Windows devices secure. Some quick tips on safeguarding computer data and Windows security are provided to improve cyber defense.

Using Microsoft Stream on SharePoint

MS Stream (on Classic) platform will be end of service in August 2023. The replacement product, MS Stream (on SharePoint) is available for use. Here are some examples of use cases to ease user switching to the use of new platform.

Tips for PolyU staff or student leavers and soon-to-be retirees

As a good practice, all staff leavers, graduates and soon-to-be retirees are reminded to backup all your personal data on the University IT facilities that will not be available to you upon your departure, graduation or retirement. The data will be deleted after the expiry date and cannot be recovered.

The launch of PolyU Online Payment Portal (POPP)

Students, alumni, staff and external parties can now make direct payments to the University conveniently with choices of popular payment methods on PolyU Online Payment Portal (POPP). Academic departments and central support units can leverage on POPP to collect fees flexibly and track payers’ payment status.

IT skills workshops & IoT webinar in June

In June, there will be workshops on IT skills for Future of Work and Research, and a webinar on Internet of Things (IoT) available for students’ enrolment. Students are welcome to enrol to gain direct exposure to relevant software and learning tools.