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Instructions for setting up and connecting to a Bowdoin Azure Virtual Desktop using the Windows App on macOS, iPad, and Windows 11, or through a web browser. Covers first-time workspace setup for all supported platforms.

Instructions for connecting to the Bowdoin HPC environment using SSH, the HPC Web Portal, JupyterLab, or RStudio. Covers SSH access from macOS and Linux, VPN requirements for off-campus use, and SSH configuration tips for dropped connections.

How to establish the USB trust connection between an iPad and a Mac so you can share the iPad's screen in a Zoom meeting using the cable option.

How to grant Zoom screen recording permission on a Bowdoin Mac so that screen sharing works in meetings — including how to handle the Privileges app if administrator access is needed.

How to enable macOS Location Services for Microsoft Teams so that E911 can identify your exact campus location in an emergency.

How to change the default calling app on a Mac from FaceTime to Microsoft Teams so that phone number links open in Teams instead of FaceTime.

Instructions for Bowdoin international students who need to create a US-based Apple Account in order to access apps distributed through the US Apple App Store, including Bowdoin-provided apps for their iPad and MacBook Pro.

Step-by-step instructions for opening and viewing a shared Outlook calendar in Outlook for Mac (Microsoft 365), including how to toggle it on and off and remove it when no longer needed.

Instructions for setting the default email app on a Bowdoin-issued Mac (macOS) and Windows 11 PC so that email links open in the correct application, such as Microsoft Outlook.

Apple's Mail app, as well as Calendar and Contacts, can be configured to use a Bowdoin email account

Instructions for students who are leaving Bowdoin and want to save their Bowdoin email by moving messages to a Gmail or other personal email account on macOS.

Troubleshooting steps for Bowdoin students, faculty, and staff who cannot connect to the BOWDOIN or eduroam campus wireless networks on a Mac or Windows 11 computer. Covers forgetting and rejoining the network, clearing saved certificates, verifying credentials, and checking date and time settings

Step-by-step instructions for connecting a Mac running macOS Sequoia or Tahoe to the eduroam or BOWDOIN campus wireless networks at Bowdoin College.

Step-by-step instructions for removing a saved BOWDOIN or eduroam wireless network profile on a Mac running macOS Sequoia or Tahoe and reconnecting. Includes steps to clear saved security certificates from Keychain Access, which is often needed for enterprise Wi-Fi networks.

IT recommendations for antivirus software on personal (non-Bowdoin-issued) Windows and macOS computers. Windows users should rely on the built-in Microsoft Defender. macOS users are protected by Apple's built-in tools and may optionally install additional software.