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A big change is coming to cloud storage at the University of Nebraska. Information Technology Services is beginning the process of moving all data off of Box to Microsoft 365 services.
Besides the benefit of using a storage solution that aligns with Microsoft services already used by the university, Box is dramatically raising its prices and ending its storage offering.
After January 2022, Microsoft’s suite of OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams will be the university’s preferred general-purpose storage and collaboration tool.
Information Technology Services will begin reaching out to targeted faculty and departments this summer to begin migrating their data. For everyone else, please follow these guidelines:
Don’t start moving now. When the time comes, Information Technology Services will provide tools and resources to migrate Box data.
Do start cleaning now. Delete unnecessary files and remove yourself from files or folders that you don’t want or need. When you are finished cleaning, remember toempty Box trash
Don’t use other storage platforms. Information Technology Services believes Microsoft 365 will provide campus users the best, and most secure, cloud storage experience.
Information Technology Services will continue to provide updates throughout the migration process. Learn more about the changehereor by sending email tosupport@nebraska.edu.
Box is a cloud-based file-sharing and storage service that works on any device. Collaborate with colleagues and outside the university seamlessly anytime, anywhere. Enjoy free, storage space with active UNK credentials.
Box is not approved for sensitive data such as Social Security number, credit card information, and patient or student data without proper approval, see Box Security for more details.
The Box Research Data Storage is utilized to store research data and other confidential information in a separate folder from personal folders. The Box Research Data Storage folder system has special security settings to further secure the data from unauthorized access, and allows for longer retention periods. It will be necessary for the Principal Investigator (PI) or folder owner to utilize their UNK account and email to access Box Research Data Storage. Because a PI or folder owner may require more than one research folder with different collaborators, the name of the folder will be the Research Reference Number (or IRB #, sponsored agreement number, contract number). In order to be able to define the restrictions and requirements necessary for the data, it is required for the PI or folder owner to select the types of data that will be stored in the folder and the purpose for the data storage. Once the folder is setup, the PI or folder owner will receive an email.
For the PI or folder owner, once logged into Box, a new folder will be displayed named “Restricted-“. For collaborators, once logged into Box, they will see a folder name that is the number entered in the Research Reference Number field.
In order to request access a new or additional folder, the PI or folder owner will need to fill out the “Request a new research Box folder” request form.
If you need to add collaborators to an existing folder, select “Request to add collaborators to an existing research Box folder”
Online Workspaces Create shared workspaces and easily invite team members to upload files, start discussions and collaborate online.
File Sharing Easily share large files both within your organization and with external partners replacing FTP software and email attachments. You can even see when your files are downloaded!
Folder Layers Create and organize multiple layers of folders replacing your file server with an online organization-wide file system.
Mobile Access View your files on any browser-enabled mobile device and use Box's apps on an Android Smartphone, iPhone, iPad, and Blackberry. Note: Single sign-on is supported on Box-created mobile applications (iPhone, iPad, Android). The mobile app redirects to the IdP associated to the account, and loads as a browser within the application. The only mobile exception is m.box.com, which currently does not support single sign-on.
File Commenting, Group Discussions and Online Documents Leave comments attached to a specific document, start a group discussion, or create and share a simple document.
Updates Like a newsfeed for your shared workspace, keep up with all activity via the Updates tab in Box and through email.
Version History View previous versions of your files even after changes are made and new versions are uploaded.
User Management Manage users easily, control data access and review reports on content usage and activity using the Admin Console.
Security Controls Set various levels of view and edit permissions, set up a time to auto-delete a file or deactivate a link, and password protect sensitive folders or files.
Easy To Use Minimize user training and support costs, eliminate software or hardware maintenance, and get started in just minutes.
Box Sync Sync desktop files to Box. Access Box folders and shared files right from your desktop.
When inviting a user as a collaborator within a folder or file, you will have the ability to set the level of access that user has to your content. Refer to this chart to review the different permissions that accompany each permission level.
Box Driveis a desktop application that gives users the ability to accessBoxcontent from the user's desktop environment
Login to your UNK Box account and open the “00. Get Started with Box@UNK!” folder for help in getting started
Visit community.box.com and explore the collateral treasure chest highlighting key functionality!
Go to Box University and login with your UNK credentials. Then attend one of the free webinars or complete the free Box User Essentials - eLearning tutorial.
Box User Training Videos
Register for one of UNK Academic Technology workshops.
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