As technology becomes ubiquitous in everyday life, it is necessary to be aware of best practices to protect yourself from computer related crimes.
Don't be an easy mark:
- Protect Your Passwords - Use good password practices to keep your information safe.
- Don't Open Unexpected Attachments - For maximum security, only open expected attachments from people you know.
- Install and Update Antivirus Software- Download the latest antivirus software, and make sure the auto update feature is turned on.
- Spoofed E-mail - Avoid e-mail scams. Identify fraudulent e-mails and immediately delete them.
- Safeguard Your Personal Information - Don't send or post your Social Security number, bank account information, password or any other private information.
- Remember to Log Off of Web Applications - If you're using a public machine, remember to log off and quit the browser before you walk away.
Don't be an enabler:
- Data Security - Learn about what you can do to keep sensitive data safe.
- Copyrighted material: Read our File Sharing policy.
- Peer-to-Peer File sharing: Be responsible
- Read and follow information technology policies: Read ITSD's Information Technology policies and related guidelines.
If you need help:
Please contact the Technology Assistance Center (TAC)
UNCW will NEVER ask you for your e-mail credentials or any account related information. If you receive an e-mail asking for this information, delete it and do not reply to it.
Spyware
Spyware is a type of privacy-invasive software that can be installed unintentionally on your computer and without your knowledge. More about Spyware.
The Technology Assistance Center (TAC) offers Spyware Clinics on Sunday and Thursday evenings. Please contact us to reserve a seat.
To go through a step-by-step process for removing Spyware, see our Spyware Removal hanodut (PDF).
