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Safe Computing

Practice Safe Hex!Be a responsible computer user. Here are some guidelines to help keep your computer and the Otterbein network virus-free:

  • Keep your Operating System up to date: Install patches and have Windows install updates automatically. windowsupdate.microsoft.com
  • Use your anti-virus software. All computers connected to the Otterbein network are required to have anti-virus software. Click here if you need anti-virus software.
  • Up-to-date virus definitions. Not only is anti-virus software required for all computers connected to the Otterbein network, but users are also required to keep it updated. Make sure to check your virus software to make sure it is not expired or behind on recent virus definitions!
  • Install a spyware remover. Try a free one: MalwareBytes
  • Scan weekly. Run a complete virus scan and spyware scan of your computer (all drives, all files) at least once a week. Make sure you download new updates/definitions first to catch new infections or you are running the same scan over and over!!
  • Remove viruses as soon as they are found. If you learn that your computer is infected with a virus, use your anti-virus software to remove the virus (and possibly repair any damage it may have done). Try using your system restore and go back in time right before the infection! If you are having difficulty removing the virus, disconnect your computer from the network and contact the Help desk at 614-823-1060.
  • Do not click on any popup windows: Some malware pretends it is a protection program and found something on your computer! If it is not from your own program, do not click on it.. Instead use [ctrl] [alt] [delete], open task manager and end the popup there. This is the safest way to avoid getting infected!
  • Set your web browser security setting to Medium. In Internet Explorer, click on Tools/Internet Options and then click the Security tab. The Intranet setting can be set to Medium-Low or Medium-High. Then click the OK button.
  • Surf safely. Some unscrupulous web sites (especially porn and pirate software sites) can install Active X controls and other software on your computer without your knowledge. One solution is to use Firefox which is less susceptible to intrusive software.
  • Don't share. Some viruses are spread through file sharing networks such as eDonkey, BitTorrent and Gnutella. If you share, you are making your computer vulnerable to viruses and other intrusions.
  • Install cautiously. Do not install install software, web page plug-ins or Active X controls downloaded from the web unless you are very confident that it is virus-free. You are also urged not to install browser toolbars, Outlook add-ons and other programs that contain spyware, adware and viruses.
  • Don't install warez and pirated software. Not only is it illegal, but many pirated CDs and floppies contain viruses.
  • Make backup copies of files or data you are not willing to lose: Store the copies securely. Utilize external hard drives, jump drives and/or CD-Rs/DVD-Rs.
  • Shut down, lock, log off of, or put your computer to sleep before leaving it unattended, and make sure it requires a password to start up or wake-up: Students are responsible for all activity on their computers and will be held responsible for any violations to Acceptable Use Policy while using the Otterbein network.
  • Practice Safe Emailing: Do not respond to phishing emails. Information Technology will not ask you in an email for your password or personal information. Don't open email attachments or click on web site addresses in emails unless you really know what you're opening. Delete spam and suspicious emails; don't open, forward or reply to them.
  • When in doubt, ask for help. The computer genius down the hall may not know every everything about viruses. If you need help, call the Help Desk 614-823-1060. We'll be happy to get you on the road to being virus-free.

 



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