How do I get started with Copilot Chat?
To use Copilot, visit copilot.cloud.microsoft and sign in with your CWID and password to access the protected version. You can view our step-by-step guide in myHelpdesk on how to use Copilot, as well as our FAQ for query ideas. Copilot is currently accessible in your internet browser (with full features available in Microsoft Edge), as well as iOS and Android mobile apps. If you have any issues accessing Copilot, please note it may take up to 24 hours for the application to officially enroll your WCM account.
June 24, 2025
To support the responsible use of AI, we are disabling Web Search in Microsoft 365 Copilot effective July 1, 2025.
June 23, 2025
Tech Tuesday
NIH Public Access Policy Guidance
Tuesday, July 1
12 noon – 12:45 p.m.
Starting July 1, 2025, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will implement its new Public Access Policy for manuscripts accepted for publication. Manuscripts must be submitted to PubMed Central upon acceptance for publication, for public availability without embargo upon the official date of publication.
What are some example use cases for each cloud service model?
- SSOD: Standalone EC2, S3, RDS.
- Managed: Elastic Beanstalk, Lambda, Glue, RedShift, SageMaker.
- Co-Managed: SDS, App Dev, Security accounts, Insight, Recover.
Can I use PHI/PII data in any of our cloud service models?
Yes, all SSOD, Managed, and Co-Managed cloud accounts support PHI/PII data and comply with NIST 800-53 rev 5 and AWS Guardrails. However, for Co-Managed solutions, security attestation form needs to be submitted.
Who manages the infrastructure and support of ITS' cloud service options?
- SSOD: Fully managed by a dedicated support team.
- Managed: Managed by an extended Cloud Team (Cloud, Security, Ops, etc.).
- Co-Managed: You manage it, with basic infra support from the Cloud Team with fee.
What are the cost differences between cloud service models?
- SSOD: Cloud cost + 25%
- Managed: Cloud cost + 40%
- Co-Managed: Cloud cost + 5.15%
Do I need cloud expertise to use cloud services offered by ITS?
This depends on the specific cloud service. In general:
- SSOD: No expertise required.
- Managed: Some understanding is helpful, but support is extensive.
- Co-Managed: Yes, basic cloud technical knowledge is required, and the request should be submitted with a signed attestation form.
June 20, 2025
Tech Tuesday
Project Management in Microsoft (Part 2)
Tuesday, June 24
12 noon – 12:45 p.m.
June 18, 2025
Initially available only for students in limited locations, the WCM Apollo wireless network has expanded. Now, WCM students, faculty, and staff who need to access the internet using a personal (non-tagged) device - including laptops, mobile phones, Internet of Things devices, gaming consoles, AR/VR headsets, smart TVs and more – can gain access with Apollo in any Weill Cornell location.
How do I access Apollo?
