| | TABLE OF CONTENTS |
 Do you have some common sense tips for protecting laptops from being lost?
I have a private computer which I use to connect to AUBnet wireless network, Dorms network, or residences network, how can I keep up with the latest OS updates?
I have a private computer which I use to connect to AUBnet wireless network, dorm network, or residence network, how can I update my antivirus software with the latest virus signature files while connected?
What are the recommended steps to protect my private computer from security threats and viruses?
When I connect to AUBwlan, I cannot establish peer-to-peer data communication?
Where I can keep track of latest security threats and viruses?
|
| |
| | Q: Do you have some common sense tips for protecting laptops from being lost? |  |
| | A: * Don´t leave a laptop in an unlocked vehicle, even if the vehicle is in your driveway or garage. And even if the car is locked, don4t leave the PC in plain sight. If you must leave the PC in the car, place it in the locked trunk.
* Carry your laptop in a non-descript carrying case. Putting it in a case specifically designed for laptops alerts thieves of what you are carrying.
* Never leave your laptop in an unlocked office or conference room. Take it with you when you head to lunch or meetings.
* Get a lock or other device that will allow you to secure the laptop to a desk or other furniture.
* Be aware that if your notebook is stolen, automatic logins and stored passwords make it easy for the thief to access your sensitive information.
* Back up your data frequently to external drives (network, USB)
* Never check a laptop PC as luggage when you are flying.
* Set strong passwords at the BIOS, Harddisk, and Logging levels (see your laptop4s user manual).
Last updated: 6/11/2009 By: ritani@aub.edu.lb |
| |
| | Q: I have a private computer which I use to connect to AUBnet wireless network, Dorms network, or residences network, how can I keep up with the latest OS updates? | |
| | A: CNS has detailed such procedures in the below URL.
URL: www.aub.edu.lb/cns/helpdesk/alerts/patch/privatecomputers/patchupdate.html
Last updated: 6/11/2009 By: ritani@aub.edu.lb |
| |
| | Q: I have a private computer which I use to connect to AUBnet wireless network, dorm network, or residence network, how can I update my antivirus software with the latest virus signature files while connected? | |
| | A: Basically, you will need to configure you antivirus software to access the Internet over AUB proxy servers:
* Autoproxy configuration: http://autoproxy.aub.edu.lb/autoproxy.pac or use the browser proxy settings.
* Manual proxy configuration: proxy.aub.edu.lb port: 3128
CNS has developed configuration steps for the most common Antivirus software on campus. Configuration details can be accessed at the below URL.
URL: www.aub.edu.lb/cns/helpdesk/alerts/virus/privatecomputers/antivirus.html
Last updated: 6/11/2009 By: ritani@aub.edu.lb |
| |
| | Q: What are the recommended steps to protect my private computer from security threats and viruses? | |
| | A: CNS has developed a "Protection Tips" document customaized for private computers that connect to AUBnet (wireless, dorms, or residences network). The document is available at the below URL.
URL: www.aub.edu.lb/cns/helpdesk/alerts/virus/privatecomputers/tips-private.html
Last updated: 6/11/2009 By: ritani@aub.edu.lb |
| |
| | Q: When I connect to AUBwlan, I cannot establish peer-to-peer data communication? | |
| | A: Blocking Peer-to-Peer wireless data communication (for direct file sharing for example) while connected to AUBwlan is a best-practice security measure enforced by CNS to protect your computing device from its surrounding.
If you need to share files with your peers you can always use the e-mail or the file sharing service (link below).
URL: share.aub.edu.lb
Last updated: 6/11/2009 By: ritani@aub.edu.lb |
| |
| | Q: Where I can keep track of latest security threats and viruses? | |
| | A: CNS is maintaining the latest list of security threats and viruses that are relavant to AUBnet at the below URL.
URL: www.aub.edu.lb/cns/helpdesk/alerts/
Last updated: 6/11/2009 By: ritani@aub.edu.lb |
| |
| Back to Index |
