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Accessing Google Apps
How do I log in to Google Apps?
Log in with your existing user name and password. userrname@bwscampus.com
Can I access my Google Apps account from another email program?
No, Brentwood does not support the use of POP3 or IMAP to access your Google Mail in another email program, such as Outlook.
How long will it take me to get up to speed with Google Apps?
You should be able to begin sending and receiving mail, scheduling calendar events, and managing contacts right away, without any trouble. Becoming accustomed to BWS Gmail's unique mail management features such a conversations and labels can take a bit longer. Within a week, however, many people find they are not only comfortable with Google Apps, but they appreciate the benefits and no longer miss their old application.
Can I open my email or calendar in new tab (not a new window)?
Yes, if you set up your browser to open links in a new window or tab.
Tip: If you want to open Google Mail or Calendar in a new tab instead of a new window, change your settings in Internet Explorer. Go to Tools >Internet Options>Tabs>Settings, and clickLet Internet Explorer choose how to open pop-ups.
Can I access Google Apps before my Groupwise account is migrated?
Yes, you can access Google Apps now using your BWS email address and password.
Can I access Google Apps offline?
Yes, Google has an early version of a new tool that provides offline access to your most recent email messages. To enable the feature, click the Labs icon (green flask) in the upper-right corner of your Mail window. Then, under Offline, click Enable.
Note: Google Mail Labs is a collection of new ideas for Google Mail features that you can try. Please be aware that these features are not officially "released" and can change, become unstable, or disappear at any time.
Do I need to use the VPN to access Google Apps when I'm offsite?
Yes, if you are outside of our network, you must first connect to the VPN before you can access Google Apps. Please verify with your local IT Department.
Requirements and Language Support
Which web browsers can I use with Google Apps?
Google Apps supports the following other browsers
Google Chrome
Internet Explorer 6+ (Internet Explore 6 is NOT recommended)
Mozilla Firefox 2.0+
Apple Safari 3.0
Are there any other system requirements?
No. Because Google Apps runs in a web browser, you just need to use a supported browser.
What languages does Google Apps support?
The interface for both Google Apps Email and Google Calendar are available in over 50 languages. For a list of the available languages and instructions on how to set a different language, refer to the Gmail Help Center.
Accessing Groupwise
Can I still access my Groupwise email and calendar after the migration?
Yes, you can access your Groupwise account in "read-only mode" to view your email and calendar. However, you can't make any changes, schedule events, or send email in Groupwise.
When will you remove my access to Groupwise?
August 1, 2010
Other General Questions
Will my email address change?
No, you'll continue to use your existing email address.
Will we have access to Google Labs?
Yes, you access Google Mail Labs by clicking the Labs (green flask) icon in the upper-right corner of your Mail window. Note that Google Mail Labs is a collection of new ideas for Google Mail features that you can try. Please be aware that these features are not officially "released" and can change, become unstable, or disappear at any time.