User Guides & Info
In an ongoing effort to raise awareness of information security issues, the Information Security Office has released a number of brochures and guides targeted at the average, non-technical computer user. The information in these guides and brochures applies to both computers on the RIT network and personally-owned home computers. So, use the information to secure yourself at RIT and at home!
For a free printed copy of these brochures, visit the RIT Library. You can find them on the wall above the printer at the first floor computer lab, and also across from the research help desk.
Avoiding Identity Theft Online- Learn about RIT’s recommendations for avoiding phishing attempts
- Learn how to protect yourself when surfing online
- Do you know how easy it is to send information to the wrong person? Check out our information handling tips and learn how to avoid disclosing confidential information inadvertently.
- New York State and the federal government have issued information handling requirements for organizations such as RIT.
- Learn how the act affects both you and RIT
- Not sure how to keep your computer secure, both at home and at RIT? Read the Plain English Guide to find out how to comply with the standard and keep your computer secure!
- Your password is one of the first defenses against an attacker. Find out how to create strong passwords that you can easily remember (without writing them down)!
- The web is a great resource for security information. Take a look at some of the better links we've found here in the Information Security Office.
- Fraudulent e-mail is getting harder and harder to spot, and identity theft is on the rise. Take a few tips from MailFrontier, and defend yourselves from identity thieves!
- Spyware and adware isn't just a hassle; it also poses a serious risk to your personal information. Read the NY State guide to spotting and avoiding it here.
- Surveys show that two out of three homes and business are at risk because of improperly configured wireless networks. Learn about how wireless networking can be dangerous, and secure your home network against eavesdropping and unauthorized use.