It filters incoming information from the Internet to a computer, allowing or denying the data entry to the network based on its settings. If you don’t have either of these options, talk to your IT support staff to have the automated system updates applied to your computer.įor general software updates, visit the Secunia Advisories website or the website.Ī firewall basically transfers traffic between computer networks. Mac: Open System Preferences and see if you have an Absolute Manage system preference.Windows: Open Control Panel, select All Control Panel items and see if you have a Configuration Manager control panel item.To check if your computer is receiving automatic system updates: If you have a University-owned computer, you may receive system updates automatically via Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (Windows) or Absolute Manage (Mac OS X). Ensure your antivirus software is up to date as there are new viruses every day. Check websites frequently for the software you run on your computer you may need new patches. Keeping these fixes up to date will better protect your system and the University network. Patches and Service Packs correct weaknesses in your software.
