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Regularly check for and download software updates
College-owned Windows computers will prompt for updates automatically
For non college-owned or Apple computers, check with ITS support
Be
proactive about your web browser’s security
Employ anti-virus software
Ensure that it is actively running on your system
College-owned computers have Crowdstrike anti-malware software installed to automatically identify and quarantine threats observed on your computer. If you experience issues with an application or process quarantined by
Crowdstrike
please contact the ITS Support Center at support@colby.edu or 207-859-4222.
Real time scans of applications, memory, and file access activities are automatically performed via the
Crowdstrike
agent.
Delete (never respond to) unsolicited e-mails or any messages from an unknown sender or source
Never send account or password information through e-mail or chat/instant messaging
Never click an a web link in an unsolicited or unknown e-mail, even if it appears to be from a legitimate source (such as a greeting card or retail company).
Never forward virus or other warnings to people other than support as the warning may actually be a hoax
Never download files (through a web browser or other means) or open e-mail attachments unless you are sure of the provider/source and the contents
Never connect a USB or other mass media device (CD or external hard disk) from an untrusted source, doing so can potentially introduce malware onto your system.
Do not click on web browser popup windows unless from a trusted source
Activate popup blockers within all browsers and only grant permission to trusted sites
Contact ITS if you constantly receive popups or any other browser behavior problems (such as a changed homepage or bookmarks). Contact the ITS Support Center at support@colby.edu or 207-859-4222.
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140848
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Mon 8/1/22 10:18 AM
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Check out this article I found in the Client Portal knowledge base.<br /><br /><a href="https://colby.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1928/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=140848">https://colby.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1928/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=140848</a><br /><br />Internet and Software Security