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#Do not share your computer passwords with anyone.
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#Do not write down your computer passwords in order to prevent others from finding them.
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#Use strong passwords; use a minimum of eight characters, include numbers, change case
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1.  If you think your college computer has a virus, call the TSS Help Desk at ext. 6627
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#Secure your machine by logging out or by using a password protected screen saver.
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#Use secure network folders to save your data when possible
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#Don't download or install software not related to your function at the college.
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#Don't click on links or open attachments in e-mail messages that you were not expecting.
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#Don't store personal identifiable information (SSN, birthdates, credit card number, etc..) on your computer or portable electronic devices.
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# Don't trust anyone who asks for a password or personal infomation via e-mail or phone.
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# If you think your college computer may have a virus, call the TSS Help Desk at ext. 6627
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Who do I call? Start with the IT HELP DESK at extension 6627. Depending on the issue, the help desk technicians are able to solve just about any problem that you might be having. If your question is application specific, like Banner, they’ll make sure that a systems analyst is assigned to work with you.  
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===Things you need to know===
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* [[Ten most important things you should know about computer security]]
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* [http://www.evergreen.edu/policies/g-Appropriateuse.htm IT Appropriate Use policy]
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**http://www.evergreen.edu/policies/g-Appropriateuse.htm
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* [http://www.evergreen.edu/employment/training.htm IT Security Awareness video]
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**http://www.evergreen.edu/employment/training.htm
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===Who else can I ask for help?===
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There are a large number of technical support staff all over campus. Go to our '''[[Technical_Staff |Technical Staff]]''' page to find the person to answer your questions.
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===Other resources===
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Interested in the IT Portfolio, strategic initiatives and IT governance? Ext. 6232
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*[http://www.evergreen.edu/it/itportfolio/ IT Portfolio]
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*[http://www2.evergreen.edu/itch/ Information Technology Collaboration Hive]
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Latest revision as of 16:28, 28 August 2012

The Ten Most Important Things You Should Know About Computer Security on Campus

  1. Do not share your computer passwords with anyone.
  2. Do not write down your computer passwords in order to prevent others from finding them.
  3. Use strong passwords; use a minimum of eight characters, include numbers, change case
  4. Secure your machine by logging out or by using a password protected screen saver.
  5. Use secure network folders to save your data when possible
  6. Don't download or install software not related to your function at the college.
  7. Don't click on links or open attachments in e-mail messages that you were not expecting.
  8. Don't store personal identifiable information (SSN, birthdates, credit card number, etc..) on your computer or portable electronic devices.
  9. Don't trust anyone who asks for a password or personal infomation via e-mail or phone.
  10. If you think your college computer may have a virus, call the TSS Help Desk at ext. 6627
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