Security on personal computers

The University employs various centralised security controls on the University network to protect you and your data, however the University also relies on end-users to help keep the University secure. In support of flexible ways of working the University allows staff to utilise their personally owned device for work, this device must remain secure to maintain the security of the University network.

If you are connecting your personal computer to the campus network you are responsible for ensuring appropriate security controls are in place, the guidance on this page will help you.

Don't plug in random USBs

A virus can be embedded in a file on a USB device or can be infected during the manufacturing or supply chain process if quality control measure are not adequate. USB devices are useful but stay away from random ones.

Lookout for malicious sites

Malicious websites can install harmful malware onto your computer or web browser, the following guidelines will help keep you secure.

• Use your browser's safety tools
• Use a website safety-check tool
• Double-check URLs
• Check for HTTPS
• Look for a privacy policy
• Install web security tool