System Updates
Keeping a clean machine helps support a secure computing environment at UAB. Performing routine background functions such as patches and necessary updates benefits customers in a number of ways.
Compliance
Reduced Reboots
Better Performance
What we do and how you can stay informed:
System Status Page
Check the current status of all UAB systems. Be aware of any outages or scheduled maintenance. You can also subscribe to UAB Systems Status to receive email notifications of all or specific system issues as they arise.
Operating System Support
We provide the latest updates, current status and end of life dates for various operating systems.
Third Party Patches & Updates
See the latest dashboard that outlines updates and patches and how they will be deployed to UAB users.
Standard Windows Patching
Windows desktop operating system patching is conducted on a standard basis. Patch management is a proactive security measure designed to prevent the exploitation of technology vulnerabilities that exist within UAB systems. Maintenance windows are every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. Notification of a pending reboot will occur 90 and 30 minutes before the action takes place. See the status page for scheduled updates.