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Home → Policies & Security → Frequently Asked Questions

1. Frequently Asked Questions

  • 1.1. Security Alerts and Warnings
  • 1.2. How do spammers get my name and how can I protect myself?
  • 1.3. What constitutes harassing or inappropriate e-mail, and what can I do about it?
  • 1.4. What campus policies, procedures and/or guidelines should I be aware of?
  • 1.5. How do I know if I am on a "secure" Web page?
  • 1.6. What should I know about creating a good password?
  • 1.7. Can I connect my game system or play PC games on the College network?
  • 1.8. How do I know if my computer has been compromised?
  • 1.9. What should I know about securing my personal computer?
  • 1.10. How do I protect myself from computer viruses?
  • 1.11. How can I automatically delete/clear private data when exiting Mozilla Firefox?
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