Information Technology Security at UVa
Security for Personal Computers: Resources Available to Help Secure Electronic Devices
Secure Your Computer
- Requirements for Securing Electronic Devices
- Choose Strong Passwords
- Get Free System Updates or Free Vendor-Supplied Updates for Windows XP/Vista
- Get a securely preconfigured computer: DCI program | Premium Desktop
- Get Security Software
- AntiVirus/Symantec (Norton): Windows XP | Windows Vista | Macintosh OS X
- AntiSpyware/Windows Defender
- SecureCRT (Telnet)
- SecureFX (SFTP)
- Fugu
- Identity Finder
- Secure Deletion Shredder
- Encryption
- Protect your Home Computer
- Home Network Security
- Learn about Personal Firewalls
Know Your Rights and Responsibilities
Have a Security Problem?
- Report a Security Problem
- Securely Reformatting & Reinstalling Your Operating System
- Suspicious Email Currently Circulating at UVa & Security Alerts | Subscribe via RSS
Learn More
- IT Security Awareness Tutorial for UVa Employees
- Responsible Computing Tutorial & Quiz (part of the account activation process)
- Cybersecurity Library
- EDUCAUSE Security Awareness Award-Winning Videos