RIT
Information Security

Digital Self Defense

Digital Self Defense

The Digital Self Defense (DSD) section of our site offers all the knowledge and tools you need to use the Internet safely and protect yourself and others from online threats.

Awareness

Unfamiliar with information security? Our award-winning interactive website will help you learn the basics. You can also find links to videos and articles covering information security here.

Essentials

Everything you need to get your computer running safely in accordance with the Desktop and Portable Computer Standard.

Safe Practices

Learn how you can use the Internet safely and avoid online dangers such as phishing and identity theft.

IAP Resource Center

Here RIT employees can learn about safe information handling practices and the various internal and external regulations that affect information handling at RIT.

Workshops

Check out our DSD Workshops for more in-depth explanations of information security issues and how to stay safe online. The workshops provide a classroom setting with plenty of opportunity for questions.