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Virus Protection

In an academic environment such as our college, the computer virus threat is real but generally is not the end-of-the-world problem sometimes outlined in the pages of the media. Some viruses cause no real damage, but a significant number are specifically designed to cause data loss and wreak havoc. Gettysburg College offers appropriate anti-virus tools designed to provide reasonable protection of laptops PCs, desktop PCs and servers. Information Technology takes virus issues very seriously, and users share a joint responsibility with us to control virus problems on our campus.

What is a virus?
Definition of a virus and what exactly is a virus
Updating Windows Operating System
Instructions on Updating Windows OS. Your OS should be updated frequently with the most recent security patches to prevent hacking and virus attacks
Minimizing the Threat
Ways to protect yourself from becoming the victim of a virus
Identifying the Threat
How to spot a virus and ways they are passed around
Anti-Virus Tools
Using anti-virus tools to combat a virus
Updating Virus Protection
Instructions for Updating Virus Protection
Managing Virus Protection Settings
Instructions for customizing your virus protection settings
Scanning For Viruses
Instructions on how to scan your computer/disks for a virus
Symantec Anti-Virus Research Center
Check here for up-to-date information on viruses.
 
 
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