Security: Using the Internet Safely

This page contains links to security-related topics.

Before You Connect

Your Responsibilities
What you can do to protect yourself and your data.

Securing Your Computer
Detailed guidelines for securing your computer, divided by operating system.

Securing Popular Internet Applications

File Sharing

Google Desktop

Instant Messaging (IM)

Skype

Social Networking Sites

Transferring Data Securely

Remote Computing: SSH, SCP, and SFTP

Home Wireless Network Security

Attend a Security Event

Security Orientation
Attendees learn about how to secure their computers, IT security policies, how to protect sensitive University data, and how to protect their personal identity information.

Identity Theft

Basic Tips to Avoid Identity Theft

Phishing

Protect Your Home Wireless Network

Preventing Spyware and Viruses

Anti-Spyware

Antivirus Home