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The following guide applies to non-managed computers accessing 365 in a web browser. If you are using a managed computer, or if you are using the installed apps, you are not subject to the 1hr timeout.

Managed vs Unmanaged Computer

All university owned computers should be enrolled in a centralized management system such as Intune. Devices in such a system are considered managed.

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Due to limitations, all macOS devices, such as MacBooks and iMacs, are considered unmanagedfor this purpose.

Authentication in the web app (website)

When navigating to a 365 web app, such as s.uconn.edu/outlook or s.uconn.edu/onedrive, you will be asked to sign in (authenticate) with your UConn NetID.

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Result: If you leave your computer in one of the above listed states for an hour or longer, you will be required to authenticate (sign in) to access your data.

Authentication in the desktop apps

The desktop apps feature a tool named Seamless Single Sign-On which allows the apps to connect to the account that you sign into your computer with.

Result: The apps do not need to reauthenticate during the workday. Learn more about Seamless Single Sign-On.

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