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Safe Computing
 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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