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How to recognize phishing emails targeting Illinois State University: For the past several years, Illinois State University has been targeted by phishing emails. It is important that you recognize these scams so your ULID account is not compromised.
Understanding the ISU Emergency Alert system at Illinois State University: Emergency alerts are sent to members of Illinois State when a crisis situation occurs on campus.
Understanding Facebook privacy settings: Using Friend Lists and other privacy settings, you can control which friends can view your photo albums, photos tagged of you, personal information, and more.
5 Strategies for smart social networking: When you join a social networking site like Facebook, there are some things you should watch out for. Use these strategies to engage in social networking safely.
How to avoid phishing scams and identity theft: Phishing scams represent a serious threat. This article describes tactics used by phishing scammers and strategies to avoid identity theft.
What to do if you're a victim of identity theft: Identity theft is a serious crime. If you think you're a victim of identity theft, you should act quickly—the faster you notify the appropriate authorities, the better off you will be.
How to protect yourself online: For all its benefits, the Internet poses many dangers as well. Use these strategies to reduce your risk and to protect yourself online.

Overview of WebVPN: When you are off campus, some of Illinois State University's electronic services are unavailable to you unless you establish a VPN connection.
Overview of VPN: Illinois State University provides several options for connecting to campus through VPN.
Connecting with Cisco VPN Client for Windows: When you are off campus, some of Illinois State University's electronic services are unavailable to you unless you establish a VPN connection.
Connecting with Cisco VPN Client for Mac OS X 10.4, 10.5, and 10.6: When you are off campus, some of Illinois State University's electronic services are unavailable to you unless you establish a VPN connection.
Connecting with VPN using Mac OS X 10.6 and 10.7: When you are off campus, some of Illinois State University's electronic services are unavailable to you unless you establish a VPN connection.
Connecting with VPN on iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad: Use VPN to access restricted resources from off campus on iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.

How to scan and clean an infected computer: This in-depth guide details a highly effective method for cleaning infected computers.
Scanning your computer with McAfee VirusScan 8.7i: Use McAfee VirusScan to scan your computer for viruses and other malware.
Updating McAfee VirusScan virus definitions (DAT): Update McAfee VirusScan's virus definitions so it can detect and remove new viruses.
Updating McAfee Security for Mac virus definitions (DAT): Update McAfee Security virus definitions so it can detect and remove new viruses.
How to remove unwanted programs in Windows: These instructions explain how to remove (uninstall) unwanted applications in Windows.
How to scan your computer with CCleaner: CCleaner scans temporary folders and the registry for unwanted items. It can also prevent unwanted programs from running when Windows starts up.
How to scan your computer with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware: Use Malwarebytes Anti-Malware to scan your computer for malware like viruses and spyware.
How to scan your computer with Spybot Search & Destroy: Spybot Search & Destroy detects and removes spyware.
How to scan your computer with Ad-Aware Free: Use Lavasoft Ad-Aware Free to protect against viruses, spyware, trojans, rootkits, hijackers, and keyloggers.
How to scan your computer with SmitFraudFix: Use SmitFraudFix to scan for and remove desktop hijack malware.
How to scan your computer with AIMFix: If you use AOL Instant Messenger and you are experiencing problems with pop-ups, spyware, or other malware, you should scan it with AIMFix.

ResNet Terms of Use: Students are required to agree to the ResNet Terms of Use when they sign up for ResNet service at Illinois State University.
Overview of ResNet and Cisco Network Access Control (NAC): These frequently asked questions apply to ResNet registration.
Understanding ResNet registration and Cisco NAC on Windows: ResNet registration is facilitated through Cisco Clean Access (CCA), also known as Cisco Network Access Control (NAC).
Understanding ResNet registration and Cisco NAC on Mac OS X: ResNet registration is facilitated through Cisco Clean Access (CCA), also known as Cisco Network Access Control (NAC).
Overview of game consoles and ResNet: Students on ResNet in the residence halls can request special consideration for online game consoles, like Xbox 360, Playstation 3, Wii, etc.
Choosing a Nintendo Wii LAN adapter and determining its MAC address: Before you can connect your Nintendo Wii to ResNet, an RCC must determine the MAC address and request a ResNet NAC exception.