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Information security can seem like an overwhelming subject. However, using common sense and a "think before you click" mind set can go a long way in protecting your information assets. Being aware of the risks and methods you can use to protect yourself and your information is one of the most important aspects of information security. Safe computing behaviors is the responsibility of every computer user, particularly if your role involves handling sensitive information of others.
Information Security isn't always stale and boring. Check out the winners of the information security awareness video contest for an entertaining perspective. Educause 2006 Video Contest - Cyber Security AwarenessEducause 2007 Video Contest - Cyber Security AwarenessTest your security savyness with these fun and educational games
Security Best PracticesTop 10 things YOU can do to stay secureE-Mail Security How To: Filtering e-mail with Outlook Creating strong passwords Safety tips while blogging Facebook Security Guide What you should know about P2P file sharing, Video: Campus Download Preventing Browser Hijacking How To: Using TrueCrypt to encrypt sensitive data How To: Encrypting data in MS Office 2007 files How To: Encrypting data in MS Office 2003 files How To: Protecting passwords with an encrypted vault
Relevant Privacy / Infosec LegislationThere is a growing list of Federal, State, and Industry regulations that affect information security both in your personal life and with in the higher education arena. Know the law, know your rights!
FERPA - Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
PresentationsPasswords are the number one way computer security is compromised. Creating easy to remember passwords that are difficult to crack is an acquired skill. Dr. Raymond Albert has created this instructional presentation to assist computer users in creating strong passwords. This presentation is appropriate for all knowledge levels.Password basics
Desktop security is one of the things that every computer user can implementent to help protect themselves and their computers. This presentation
was created by Microsoft to help educate users on the importance of desktop security and smart browsing habits. It is appropriate for any
knowledge level.
Wireless networking is becoming a house hold item. Home users need to take extra steps when configuring a wireless network
as to protect their privacy and personal data. This presentation will outline some of the safeguards that home users can take to
protect their network. This presentation also introduces some initatives that larger organizations should pursue when establishing
wireless network services.
Computing devices are getting smaller and smaller while performance and storage capacity is ever increasing. Users of mobile computing
devices such as laptops, personal digital assistants (PDA), and smart phones need to take special precautions to protect their privacy
and data. This presentation will discuss some of the basic steps users can take to help secure their mobile devices and the data they contain.
There are a number of federal, state and industrial regulations affecting the way we interact with sensitive college data. This presentation will
introduce some of the relevant legislation that impacts how we use college data. Items to be covered are FERPA, Indiana SSN disclosure law (aka SB503),
PCI/DSS (aka credit card processing), GLBA, HIPPA among other IT specifications.
YouTube Channels (Videos)Health and Human Service's "Mobile Device Privacy and Security Playlist"Health and Human Service's "Your Health Information, Your Rights!"
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