The information provided here is designed to help you understand what UCSC's Minimum Network Connectivity Requirements mean for you. It also provides cyber security information to help protect your computer, yourself and the campus from security attacks. Devices that don't meet UCSC's Minimum Network Connectivity Requirements may be blocked or disconnected from the campus network.

ITS can assist you in configuring your computer to meet these requirements. To request this service, or if you have questions or concerns, contact the ITS Support Center. For fastest response, open a request.

	Install Operating System and Software Updates Updates fix problems with your operating system and software programs. More info...			Physical Security is Important, Too Secure your equipment and area before leaving them unattended. More info...
	Use Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware Software UCSC students, faculty and staff can get these programs for free. More info...			Lock Your Computer Screen This helps prevent others from accessing your computer when you're not around. More info...
	Turn On Your Computer's Firewall Check your computer's security settings for a built-in firewall. If you have one, turn it on. More info...			Turn Off Unnecessary Services So others can't use them or take control of your computer with them without your knowledge. More info...
	Protect Passwords Don't share your passwords. Use complex passwords that are difficult to guess. More info...			No Open Email Relays or Unauthorized Proxy Servers Open email and unauthorized proxy servers will be disconnected from UCSC's network. More info...
	Send Passwords and Restricted Data Securely This will reduce the risk of them being intercepted and stolen. More info...       image from Wikipedia			Security Audit Agents UCSC may require that computers run a security audit agent as a condition for attaching to the campus network. More info...

Additional Cyber Security Basics

	Be Cautious When Using the Internet Protect sensitive and personal information, and your computer, too. More info...			Don't Download Unknown or Unsolicited Programs or Files These can contain viruses and spyware, or give others access to your computer without your knowledge. More info...
	Practice Safe E-mailing Know the signs of harmful e-mail and how to protect yourself. More info...			Back Up Important Files Reduce your risk of losing important files by creating back-up copies. More info...