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Information about using physical media to store or share data.
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At North Central University, we strive to provide a safe and secure computing environment for the campus community and recommend that you follow safe computing practices.
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Good physical security is one of the best ways to prevent an IT security incident.
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- Phishing, Spam, & Compromised Accounts
Spear phishing is a form of phishing that targets people. Request gift cards is a common tactic among spear phishers.
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Ransomware is a type of malware that prevents or limits users from accessing their system and/or data by encrypting it.
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Malware is an umbrella term for malicious software that is intentionally designed to cause damage to a device, disrupt service, or to gain unauthorized access to a device or to data. Types of Malware include, but are not limited to, computer viruses, worms, Trojan horses, ransomware, spyware, and adware.