This week’s updates focus on enhanced Drive security for admins and new flexible audio options for Hangouts Meet users.
1. New Drive DLP (Data Loss Prevention) Security System
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What’s New: Admins can now deploy security breach detection policies more easily using the new Drive DLP system located in the Admin console (
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Granular Detection: Finer detection thresholds, nested condition alerts, and alerts based on volume and risk levels.
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Upgraded Incident Dashboard: Search and filter alerts using Boolean operators (
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Custom Alert Routing: Use rules to delegate exactly who receives specific risk alerts and under what conditions.
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Note for Admins: This new system is separate from the legacy DLP system, and admins interested in using these advanced functions can find migration instructions here.
2. Dual-Device Audio for Hangouts Meet
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What’s New: Users can now use a phone line for meeting audio while keeping their computer’s camera and browser active for video.
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Why It Helps: Ideal for working in noisy environments or when experiencing computer microphone/speaker issues.
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How to Use: Dial the Join by phone number and enter the PIN listed in the meeting details as you normally would.
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Availability: Available to all G Suite customers in the United States and Canada.
Have questions about these updates? Reach out to our team anytime!


