IT Security at K-State
Browsing the web is more hazardous than you think. The K-State IT Security Team wants to help all K-Staters understand the importance of using good security practices and common sense when they use their computers on the internet.
IT Security Training Event
Periodically the K-State IT Security Team hosts training events for computer users and administrators across campus. You can find information on all past and future events at the event page.
The last IT Security Training event was held on October 5th, 2009 in the
K-State Union.
See what you missed here.
Did you know that just by visiting a website:
- Your computer can get infected with viruses, spyware and adware, pop-up links, and more.
- Your browser settings can be changed by hidden programs.
- Your personal data can be captured and used in identity theft.
What you can do
- Read before you click on anything. If you don't understand, don't click.
- Be careful when downloading anything from the Internet. Many "free" programs have hidden attachments.
- Use a good pop-up blocker, one that also prevents pop-unders from hiding behind other windows.
- Verify a website is a reliable business. Before giving personal data, check for a secure icon (padlock) and/or "https" in the address.
- Take a look through all of the IT Security pages so that you can be sure to be secure!
Need help?
- For assistance and information on computer security issues, the first point of contact is the IT Help Desk:
785-532-7722 or helpdesk@k-state.edu. - For other issues, contact IT security staff listed on the IT Security team page.