Basics and Essentials

Using a computer on a campus network is very different from using a computer at home or a laptop on a wireless network, but all these situations require some basic steps to ensure the safety of your system and the campus network. Your particular situation may require a few extra steps to fully secure your system.

CITES Security has provided links and information that will help explain how to keep your computer and files safe:

Before You Connect
Before you connect to the campus network, there are a few things you'll need to do to help keep your computer virus free.

Accessing Computer Identification Information
Take the time to write down your computer's identification information.

Pages Organized By Audience
These pages list links to available resources organized by your role at the University.

Security Scenarios
The Scenarios page presents short security scenarios that might be applicable to your current situation, and then offers some easy-to-follow solutions.

Security Wizard
Answer a few questions about your operating system, and the Securing Wizard will create a set of security instructions specifically tailored to your system and usage.

Your Responsibilities
Keeping your computer and the campus network secure is a two-way street. Learn what your role is in keeping everyone safe and secure.