Computer Security
Protect Your Computer
The following are some recommendations for creating your own technology backup plan, to protect yourself from technology failure.
- Keep your computer secure: Information Security Guidelines
- Be sure to install both antivirus and anti-spyware software.
- Protect yourself against Malware. Review the information under Phishing/Malware on WSU’s Information Security page so you’ll know how to recognize malware symptoms.
- Create a folder on your computer for each online course you are taking. Keep all work associated with that course, including copies of your discussion posts, in the folder.
- Back up your work (including submitted assignments, discussion posts, group documents, etc.) externally to your computer using cloud storage, such as One Drive, Dropbox, Google Documents, or a USB/flash drive.
- Identify a back-up computer you can use should yours go down.
- Identify a “buddy” who can let you know what you may be missing online.
- Keep all contact information for your instructor in an easily accessible place.
- Be Alert for Suspicious Emails and Phishing Scams
- Keep Global Campus Tech Support information external to your computer:
- Phone: 509-335-4320 or 800-222-4978
- Email: wsuonline.support@wsu.edu
- Web: online.wsu.edu/techhelp (shortcut to this page)
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