Security Resources
The Technology Services Department has gathered links to a variety of cyber security resources.
Password Security
- Link: Choosing and Protecting Passwords - US-CERT
Laptop Security
Wireless Security
- Link: Tips for Using Public Wi-Fi Networks -- Learn how to protect yourself when using public WiFi networks
- Link: Securing Your Wireless Network -- Learn how to secure your home wireless network. This resource includes tutorials for the most common wireless routers, and explains how to set encryption, change default router passwords, and limit access to your network.
Mobile Device Security
- Link: Understanding Mobile Apps -- Learn how mobile apps collect information and how you can protect yourself.
- Link: Mobile Devices - StaySafeOnline.org
- Link: Protecting Data on Mobile Devices
- Link: Protecting Mobile Devices: Physical Security
Internet Safety & Scams
- Link: Phishing - Cyber thieves use emails that impersonate legitimate businesses in an attempt to steal your passwords and personal information. Learn how to recognize and deal with phishing attempts.
- Link:Spam & Phishing
- Link: Malware -- Learn to recognize and remove malware
- Link: Common Online Scams -- Learn to recognize and report common online scams, including lotteries and sweepstakes scams, "Nigerian" email scams, Fake Check scams, and others.
- Link: Recognizing Fake Antiviruses
- Link: Recognizing and Avoiding Spyware
- Link: Using Caution with Email Attachments
General Cyber Security Resources
- Link: OnGuardOnline.gov - This website from the federal government provides user-friendly information about how to protect your computer, network, and personal information, and includes videos and games.
- Link: StaySafeOnline.org - The National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCSA) provides information to "educate and empower a digital society to use the Internet safely and securely." User-friendly information for non-techies.
Cyber Security Tips
These tips come from the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team