Use Google Drive files offline on your Chromebook

You can use Google Drive files offline. This include Docs, Sheets, Slides, and more. For this process to be successful you must complete all the steps listed below and also allow adequate time for the files to download successfully to the Chromebook. Step 1: Make Google Drive available offline Go to your Google Drive Settings.
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Configuring Two-Factor Authentication

The Department of Technology (DOT) requires several security improvements across the division which changes the students’ Chromebook login experience. After the initial request to set a two-factor method, there may be times when that selection needs to be reset or changed.  Follow the below steps in configuring the two-factor methods. Log into ClassLink. At the
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Pausing the Internet through Securly App

These steps cover how locate and use the Pause feature in the Securly App.   The Pause Internet feature is located at the bottom of the Securly App Home Screen: To access it, tap on the Pause button.  This is will bring up a small window showing all connected devices:  To turn off internet access, simply tap the device you wish to pause. 
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Registering for Password Reset

Did you know that students and staff can reset their passwords without assistance from the Department of Technology or the school’s Technology Support Technician Yep, students and staff can reset their passwords on their own in just 2 easy steps: Set up your password recovery and reset option in ClassLink. You must be setup prior
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Google Meet Blur Background

Starting with Chrome operating system 86, Google Meet offers the ability to blur the background when the camera is enabled.  To check to see if the Chromebook is at version 86, follow these steps. Enabling Blur Background Go to Google Meet select a meeting. On the bottom right of your self view, click Change Background
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