Google Workspace is a cloud-based productivity suite that includes tools for communication, collaboration, storage, and scheduling. It supports students, faculty, and staff in managing coursework, meetings, and shared projects across any device.
Application Overview
Google Workspace, formerly known as Google Suite, is widely used across Chaffey College to enhance academic productivity and streamline campus workflows. This suite includes popular tools like Gmail, Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, and Meet, all of which work together in an integrated, user-friendly environment.
Faculty use it to streamline course communication and content sharing; students rely on it for teamwork and assignments; and staff benefit from its robust scheduling, documentation, and messaging tools.
The platform is fully cloud-based, ensuring accessibility from any device with an Internet connection, and provides reliable, secure storage and communication for the college community.
Usages and Features
Google Workspace enables real-time collaboration on documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, allowing teams to work together from anywhere. With unlimited cloud storage via Google Drive, files are always accessible and securely backed up.
Users can connect through Gmail, Google Chat, and Google Meet, making communication and video conferencing seamless. Google Calendar helps manage schedules, classes, and meetings efficiently across devices.
Key Features:
- Real-time collaboration on Docs, Sheets, and Slides
- Unlimited cloud storage through Google Drive
- Built-in tools for email, chat, and video meetings
- Easy calendar management for appointments and events
Accessible from any device, Google Workspace keeps teams connected, organized, and productive in a fully cloud-based environment. It's a flexible solution for both academic and administrative use.
If you require access or installation of Google Workspace on a district device, please contact the IT Help Desk for further assistance.
Support and Resources
Google Workspace Provided Resources
For assistance with Google Workspace or other general issues, you can find support and instructions on their support page: Google Workspace Support.
For other general issues, you can check their provided resources:
Chaffey Resources
If you're experiencing issues related to Google Workspace access, you may contact our Chaffey IT Helpdesk using the following methods: