Make Sure Your Netbook Is Secure

From the IT Group:

Departments across campus are purchasing netbooks (the lighter, smaller, version of laptop computers) because of their compact size and inexpensive price tag. Netbook users typically rely on online applications, and services that do not require powerful computing power. They are perfect for travel if your needs are limited to reading email and surfing the web, if you don’t need large storage capacity or fast processing, and if you can live without high resolution graphics and a large screen.

While they fit this need for basic computing, the IT Group does not currently support netbooks. HelpDesk staff won’t be able to help you operate, load applications and/or troubleshoot if something goes wrong. However, if they are purchased with KSC funds, you are still required to comply with all KSC policies regarding equipment purchase and disposal, data security, and privacy.

As with all computers accessing the KSC network, netbooks must meet the standard IT Group security requirements with the installation of McAfee anti-virus software, and windows updates and patches installed. If you have any questions about this or any other technology issue, please feel free to contact the HelpDesk at 8-2532, or stop by our office on the 2nd floor of Elliot Hall.