Students
Welcome to the Student page for IT Security at VT. The pages below will assist you in securing and protecting yourself from various security threats.
Three Critical Steps
1. Update your operating systems and software frequently.
2. Install and update Anti-virus software.
3. Use a firewall
Resources and Tools
- Protective hardware and software
- VT WSUS - Windows Software Update Service
- Audit My PC -Great resource with many helpful links and tools for online security
- Security and Virus downloads
- Security procedures and checklist for securing your system
- Vendor Tools & Information
- VTnet CD and VTnet Online
Helpful Links
Related Links
Acceptable Use of Information Systems at VT
Computing.vt.edu
The one-stop computing resource site for VT
Antivirus.vt.edu
Virus protection software and downloads
Answers.vt.edu
Knowledge base with answers to common computing questions
VA SCAN
Virginias Alliance for Secure Computing site
EDUCAUSE
Computer and network security web site
Virginia Tech Policies/Compliance
Contact Information
Report a Violation
Report all violations to abuse@vt.edu