Protect and Clean your Computer

Windows 2000


These instructions require you to download files from the Internet.

If your computer cannot access the Internet, use a computer that CAN connect to print out these instructions and download files to a CD or memory stick.

Please complete ALL Steps.

These basic steps will remove viruses and most spyware from your computer. Some infections are so embedded that additional expertise may be needed to remove them manually.   If after following these instructions, your computer still exhibits signs of infection, you may be required to make an appointment with IT-User Services to clean your system for a charge. Please direct any questions regarding these instructions to the IT Help Center at 831-6000.

 
McAfee shield

1.  Use up-to-date McAfee Anti-Virus Software.


2.  Remove & protect against Spyware.

Critical Windows updates

3.  Update your Computer with the latest Security Patches

Desktop Security

4.  Setup Desktop Security.


Ongoing Maintenance Tasks

  • After cleaning your computer, the following tasks should be completed WEEKLY to KEEP your computer clean.
  • The following tasks are now set to run automatically:
    • Windows Operating System Updates.
    • UD McAfee will update daily and scan weekly for viruses.
  • See Application Critical Security Updates for how to obtain critical security updates for popular programs like Microsoft Office, AIM, etc.

Documentation Reference


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