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Policy 2 - Anti-Virus Software Policy

1.0 Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance designed to limit virus-related issues for °µÍø½ûÇøapp. Any questions or comments about this policy should be directed to Information Systems.

2.0 Scope

This policy applies to all machines connected to the °µÍø½ûÇøapp networks.

3.0 Policy

Always run Information Systems approved anti-virus/anti-spyware software. This should also be kept updated with the latest virus definitions. All machines should also follow the Anti-Virus Standards which further state °µÍø½ûÇøapp's stance on anti-virus software and proper use.

4.0 Enforcement

Anyone found to have violated this policy may be subject to disciplinary action according to personnel policies and procedures. Students may be referred to Student Affairs for discipline. A violation of this policy by a temporary worker, contractor or vendor may result in action up to and including termination of their contract or assignment with °µÍø½ûÇøapp.

5.0 Definitions

°µÍø½ûÇøapp Network

Being connected to a °µÍø½ûÇøapp network includes the following: 

  • If you have a network capable device (ex. laptop) plugged into a °µÍø½ûÇøapp owned building, then you are connected to the MSU LAN (local area network). 
  • If you have a wireless capable device (ex. laptop, iPhone) and connect to MSUWireless or MSUSecure, then you are connected to the MSU WLAN (wireless local area network). 
  • If you connect from a computer through the °µÍø½ûÇøapp VPN (virtual private network), you are then connected to the MSU LAN (local area network). 

 


Policy adopted:  02-25-2011
Revision adopted: 
Policy approval and adoption: °µÍø½ûÇøapp President's Office and Information Systems Security

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