Welcome to Florida State University's IT Security Awareness Education.

Here you will find video productions on IT security awareness topics created by students in FSU’s College of Communication in conjunction with the award winning Seminole Productions.   Remember to check   security.fsu.edu   for the latest security news, University policies, and guidelines on protecting your computer.

Student Information Security Videos

Computer Protection - Antivirus (WMV)	Running your computer without an updated security suite containing antivirus, antispyware, and firewall programs is a recipe for disaster.  Malware can be delivered to your computer through surfing the Web, e-mail, peer-to-peer programs, instant messaging, or just being connected to a network.   Whether you hook up your computer over cable, DSL, or the FSU network you will run the risk of losing your confidential data, important files, and the availability of your computer if your machine is not properly protected.  This video highlights what can happen when you don’t protect your machine. Watch Now
Social Web Sites - Facebook MySpace (WMV)	Think before you post on social networking Web sites such as Facebook or MySpace because what you post today may result in unintended consequences tomorrow.  Personal information you fill your page with can be used against you in many ways.  Detailing your whereabouts on your page may aid those that use this information to harm you or your property.  Also, don’t think recruiters will not sign-up for Facebook accounts using an alumni address and then review pages of students applying for positions.  Additionally, posting pictures of you or friends committing illegal acts may result in unintended consequences. Watch Now
Basic Security Tips - Information Security (WMV) Information	If you store unencrypted confidential information including credit card numbers and your social security number on your computer you could be setting yourself for identity theft.  Not only can hackers obtain this data over a network but also technicians who work on your computer may have open access to this information.  Putting this information on a removable device like a USB memory key with encryption can be your best defense.  Don’t forget to also regularly backup the documents and data on your laptop.  You may permanently lose critical class or research data if your computer is compromised or a disk drive goes bad. Watch Now
Getting Phished - phishing and pharming (WMV)	Identity thieves are getting more sophisticated in their schemes to steal personal information.  E-mails, pop-ups, fraudulent Web pages, and e-mails with telephone numbers to call are vehicles used to swindle you out of your personal information.  A secondary market even exists where your information is bought and sold all over the world.  You must always remain vigilant when you enter personal information over the Web.  Being skeptical can save you years of credit and identity repair work. Watch Now
Laptop Security - Physical security (WMV)	Maintaining contact with the laptop is your best defense against theft.  For example, if you can find a precious outlet to recharge your battery in a common area, you have to stay with the machine or take it with you if you move out of that area.  Leaving a laptop plugged-in and unattended while you get a coffee does not guarantee it will still be there when you get back. When connecting to a wireless access point you can not always assume it is a secured and encrypted connection.  Unless you encrypt your e-mail or use a secure Website, what ever you transmit could be intercepted and compromised. Watch Now