October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month
The National Cyber Security Alliance, US Department of Homeland Security and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center recognize October as National Cyber Security Awareness Month. This month serves as an annual reminder of the important role we all play in protecting our computers and our nation's critical cyber infrastructure.
2009 National Cyber Security Awareness Month at Longwood
The best defense against cyber security threats is a good offense. This October gear up, get in the game and protect yourself and Longwood University from cyber threats.
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Secure your computer. |
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Ensure your antivirus software, automatic updates and firewall are all working correctly on any computer you use. If you are using a university computer do not attempt to alter any of the implemented security controls. For more information: |
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Manage your passwords responsibly. |
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Choose strong passwords that use a variety of characters. Keep your passwords a secret. Change your passwords regularly. For more information:
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Think before you click. |
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Consider the source before clicking on links. Be wary of links on Facebook, Twitter, blogs, message boards, etc. because they may lead to malware or scams. Don't install software or updates from a pop-up window as those installs are often malware. |
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These videos were winning entries in the Security Awareness Video Contest sponsored by the Higher Education Information Security Council , the National Cyber Security Alliance, CyberWATCH, and ResearchChannel. |
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