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Technology Services - Cyber Security - Physical Security

Technology Services

Physical Security

What is Physical Security?

Physical security means taking action to protect the computer itself and all of the data that is on it.

  • Keep your passwords elsewhere. Remembering strong passwords or access numbers can be difficult. However, leaving either in a laptop carrying case or on your laptop is like leaving the keys in your car.
  • Do not carry sensitive data on your computer. If you don't know if the data on your computer is sensitive contact InfoTech at extension 4658 and find out. This way even if your laptop or desktop is stolen the data on your computer is safe.
  • "Lock" Your Computer - It is a natural habit to lock your home when you leave for work, or lock your vehicle when you go into a store, but we don't always think about locking our computers. In today's environment, this habit must be developed and it is easy to do. When you leave your computer, simply press Ctrl/Alt/Delete and then press Enter. When you return to the computer, press Ctrl/Alt/Delete and type your password to resume.
  • Another method is to turn on the "lock" feature on your screen saver. This way, it will occur automatically after a set time just in case you forget. To set this feature, go to Start=>Settings=>Control Panel=>Display. Select the Screen Saver tab. Make two changes: fill in the number of minutes before the screen saver activates; then check the box to "on resume, password protect". When you return to the computer, press Ctrl-Alt-Delete and type your password to resume.
  • If you use a laptop, treat it like cash. If you had a wad of money sitting out in a public place, would you turn your back on it – even for just a minute?