Protect and Clean your Computer

Windows XP

These instructions require you to download files from the Internet.

If your computer cannot access the Internet, use a computer that CAN connect to 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 questions to the IT Help Center at 831-6000.

 

firewall

1.  Activate the Windows XP firewall.
 

McAfee shield

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


3.  Remove & protect against Spyware.

wireless router

4.  Secure your wireless access.

Critical Windows updates

5.  Update your Computer with the latest Security Patches

Desktop Security

6.  Setup Desktop Security.


Ongoing Maintenance Tasks


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