What is Microsoft Live@edu?
Why is the University making this change?
Have any other universities done this?
What other services are included with Live@edu?
Who is affected by this change?
Is Live@edu compatible with Mac, Linux, and Opera?
Will my email address change?
Will my stored email messages and folders migrate automatically to the new email system?
Will I get a lot of spam on the new system?
What will happen to my email account when I graduate?
How do I access my new email account?
How much email storage space do I get?
What if I forget my password?
Live Tools
What is SkyDrive?
What is Office Live Work Space?
What is a space?
What can I do with my space?
Who can see my space?
What is Microsoft Live@edu?
Live@edu is an ultimate suite of applications - mobile, desktop and web-based -to help you collaborate on campus, and create a community that lasts a lifetime.
Microsoft Live@edu provides hosted email, calendars, online workspaces, mobile alerts, document sharing, instant messaging, blogs, videoconferencing, mobile access and address books, all accessible on Windows, Mac, Linux and mobile devices.
Why is the University making this change?
The migration of student email accounts to third-party providers is a big win for students and alumni. It enables students to keep their La Salle University email account after they graduate—something the University has wanted to offer for a long time, but has not had the resources to provide. The private vendors also offer a suite of tools and functionality that integrate with email, which will enhance the email experience. The email interfaces are also considerably more modern and user-friendly.
Moreover, because email is a core business for these providers, and because they serve vast numbers of users, they are much better able than La Salle University’s email system to scale up to increased demand, and adjust to changes in load. That translates to more reliable, robust email for students and alumni.
Have any other universities done this?
Yes. La Salle University joins a growing list of institutions that are using third-party email service providers—including Indiana University, the University of Pennsylvania, Northwestern, and Arizona State—who have offered either Microsoft Live@edu, Gmail with Google Apps, or both to their students.
What other services are included with Live@edu?
Using your login for your new email account, you will be able to use all of the Microsoft Live products to help keep you connected and organized with:
Microsoft Office Outlook - 10 GB inbox, 20 MB attachments.
Messenger – Anywhere, instantly.
Mobile – Anytime Access.
SkyDrive –5GB Online Storage. Private and Shared.
Spaces – Create your own space.
Office Live Workspace – Save, Access and Share Files Online.
Windows Live Writer - Create compelling Blogs.
Is Live@edu compatible with Mac, Linux, and Opera?
Yes, Live@edu works with Firefox, Safari, Opera and more on PC, Mac, and other platforms.
Who is affected by this change?
All La Salle University students.
Will my email address change?
Your email address will change to username@student.lasalle.edu.
Will my stored email messages and folders migrate automatically to the new email system?
You can migrate your old email messages and folders, but it is not an automatic process. Please go to Step 2 to start the migration process.
Will I get a lot of spam using the new system?
No. Live@edu uses state-of-the-art technologies to defeat spam.
What will happen to my email account when I graduate?
One advantage of Live@edu is that you won’t have to abandon or export your email, contacts, or calendar items when you graduate from La Salle. You can continue to use Microsoft Live services after you graduate. Once you are no longer a student, your email powered by Outlook Live will still exist, but your account will be transferred to use the @alumi.lasalle.edu domain. Also, advertising will appear in the interfaces for your email, calendar, etc. If you don’t log in for 180 days, any mail messages stored on the Microsoft Live server will be deleted, but the account itself will remain. All messages from your original account (username@lasalle.edu) will automatically go to the new account.
How do I access my new email account?
You can access your new email account through the new mylasalle portal. Login to the mylasalle portal and click the email icon at the top right.
LINK FOR CAPTIVATE
How much email storage space do I get?
You have 10GB of storage on Outlook Live.
What if I forget my password?
Go to http://login.live.com and click the Forgot Password link. Your password will be sent to the alternative email address you specified when you set the preferences for your account. If you are still having problems, please submit a support ticket at the Web Help Desk.
What is SkyDrive?
Windows Live SkyDrive is an online file-storage service that lets you save information online for personal use; share information with select people based on their Live ID, with either read or contributor permissions; and make content available to anyone. The Live SkyDrive interface is simple and intuitive, and the service currently enforces a 5GB limit. The service is available at http://skydrive.live.com/.
You can upload as many as five files at a time through a basic Web page or by installing an ActiveX control that lets you easily drag files onto the browser and upload them. Accessing the options for a folder gives the Web address, so you can provide instant file access by simply mailing people a URL.
What is Office Live Work Space?
A workspace is an online place where you can save, access, and share documents and files. Use it to group related information for work, school, or personal projects. Sharing is easy – all you need is a person’s e-mail address and you can invite them to your workspace. You decide if they can edit or simply review. You can access your workspace from any computer with an Internet connection and a Web browser.
How many people can I share my work or projects with?
You can share individual documents or workspaces with up to 100 people.
How many files can I store on my workspace?
Your workspace comes with 500 MB of storage, which means you can save more than 1000 average sized Microsoft Office documents. Individual documents can be as large as 25 MB.
What is a space?
A space is a personal Web site where you can easily publish your text and photos, as well as interact and network with others.
What can I do with my space?
All sorts of things. You can write a blog, post photos, create lists, add gadgets and RSS feeds, communicate with others using Windows Live Messenger, and get to know the friends of your friends. You have control over who can look at your space: your friends, your Messenger contacts, or the whole world. You can view and add to your space from whatever Web-enabled computer or e-mail-enabled device is convenient—your laptop, mobile phone or handheld. Finally, it's your space—make it look the way you want by choosing the colors, designs, and themes that best reflect your individual style and personality.
Who can see my space?
You decide who can view your space: