Information Technologies
Computer Security
It is important to practice "safe computing" on both personal and community computers. Safe computing practices include but are not limited to keeping operating systems patched, installing anti-virus, and activating personal firewall software.
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According to Wikipedia, a virus is "...a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer without permission or knowledge of the user." antivirus software available to on-campus students |
| Adware/Spyware | |
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Adware is any software application in which advertising banners are displayed while the program is running. More information on Adware/Spyware and steps you can take to prevent it |
| Spam | |
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Spamming is just a fact of Internet life. If you have an e-mail address, you will get spammed. More information on spam and steps you can take with your Google Apps account |
| Phishing/Email Scams | |
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According to Phishinginfo.org the definition of Phishing is: To trick people into providing their personal and financial information by pretending to be from a legitimate company, agency or organization. |
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