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This page describes preventative and responsive directions on how to secure a computer's data as well as protect computer and internet activity.


How to Secure Your Computer for Remote Work

StepWhat to doHow to do it
1

Secure your internet connectionOnly enable your VPN if you meet the following criteria:

  • You are on a public WiFi network (e.g. McDonalds, Starbucks, Public Library).
  • You need access to the Biola network to access files/software/etc. that requires it.

Note: Biola has limited VPN licensing. If you are using VPN to access specific files, please disconnect as soon as you've downloaded them.

Using Biola's Virtual Private Network (VPN)
2

Ensure your computer's hard drive is encrypted.

How to Ensure Your Mac Hard Drive is Encrypted

How to Ensure Your PC Hard Drive is Encrypted

3

Ensure your computer's antivirus is enabled (PC only).

How to Turn On Windows Defender on a PC

4

Ensure all computer operating system security updates are installed.

How to Install Computer OS Updates

5Ensure your computer's data is backed up.

Biola Computer: CrashPlan - Is my computer backing up?

Personal Computer: How to Back Up Files with Google Drive

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