Our UD-managed computers have security protections built in, like encryption software, high-quality virus protection, and reduced administrative privileges to limit the possibility of accidentally downloading malicious software.
But your personal tech - computers, tablets and phones - need protection, too. See below for some tips and best practices.
Also, if you ever access UD systems or data from a personal device, you need to comply with these UD computing and data policies:
Tips for Securing Personal Devices
If you have a personal computer, phone or tablet, make sure you’re following the best practices below to keep your tech and data secure.
Keep your software healthy
- Install updates promptly (software, apps, and OS) when notified by your computer or smartphone. Even better - enable automatic updates.
- Install antivirus software. One good (and free) option is Avast, which has versions for Windows, Mac, iOS and Android devices.
- Only download software from trusted sources.
Keep your tech physically secure
- Password protect your devices.
- Enable security settings to automatically lock after a period of inactivity.
- Make sure your phone is encrypted. iPhones are auto-encrypted; on Androids, go to "settings" → "storage" → "phone storage encryption".
- Enable loss / theft protection.
- Know what to do if your device is lost or stolen - start by contacting your carrier and the IT Service Center (see this article from wired.com for more tips).
Keep your (and UD’s) data defended
- If you use protected data as part of your work at UD, make sure it’s being accessed, stored, and/or transmitted appropriately, even - especially - if you’re using a personal device. Not sure? Check with your supervisor or the IT Service Center.
- Delete files you don’t need anymore, especially if they contain personal information. If you’re the victim of a data breach, the more you’ve saved, the more information about you that’s potentially exposed.
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