Computer Virus Resources and Information
A virus as defined by the Symantec Corporation is "A program that can "infect" or "contaminate" other programs by modifying them to include a copy of itself. Viral code is typically malicious and detrimental to data or system integrity."
In order to protect SHSU University data and equipment from viruses Computer Services has licensed virus protection software for University-owned PC and Macintosh computers. For Computer Services-maintained network PC's, the virus software can be found under the SHSU Utilities option on the Program menu. University Macintosh users may install the virus software from the Applications volume. If you need assistance with installing or using virus software please contact the Computer Services Helpdesk at X41950 or e-mail Helpdesk@shsu.edu.
Computer Services recommends the following as a minimum scanning schedule:
- Your local and network storage areas at least once a week.
- Floppy/ZIP/CD/DVD always before initial use on your computer.
- E-mail is scanned by the University e-mail servers.
Resources:
McAfee Virus Corporation
Symantec Corporation
McAfee Security Insights
Hoaxes and Urban Legends:
Before passing on what appears to be a threat or warning for a virus, investigate! You may refer to a couple of web sites that record the various Hoaxes/Urban Legends that are being disseminated:
Virus Libraries:
Glossary of virus terms:
Virus Maps:
McAfee Virus Map - Where viruses are in the world
University & Department
Order System
If you have questions about the SHSU Computer Services, please contact us at:
Computer Services
SHSU Box 2449
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2449
Phone: (936) 294-1950
Email: helpdesk@shsu.edu
Fax: (936) 294-1231