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Balas, Janet L. – Computers in Libraries, 2006
It is easy for a library systems administrator to sometimes feel quite overwhelmed by the responsibilities of the job. Keeping a network running smoothly is a challenge in itself, but they must also be concerned with protecting the network from the many threats that exist. Constant vigilance is necessary to guard against electronic attacks…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Emergency Programs, Libraries, Information Systems
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Hudomalj, Emil; Jauk, Avgust – Program: Electronic Library and Information Systems, 2006
Purpose: To give an overview of the current state and trends in authentication and authorisation in satisfying academic library users' mobility and instant access to digital information resources, and to propose that libraries strongly support efforts to establish a global authentication and authorisation infrastructure.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Library Services, Access to Information, Computer Security
Howell, Kevin R. – Techniques: Connecting Education and Careers, 2006
This article features an assistant professor of technology who shares his story of near disaster and offers advice for others about protecting their data. The author presents steps that can be taken to prevent unexpected events from destroying data. The author strongly recommends using backup files as a way of securing computer files and data.…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Data, Computer Software, Computer Peripherals
Crispen, Patrick Douglas – Library Talk, 2000
Provides rules for protecting computers from viruses, Trojan horses, or worms. Topics include purchasing commercial antivirus programs and keeping them updated; updating virus definitions weekly; precautions before opening attached files; macro virus protection in Microsoft Word; and precautions with executable files. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Security, Computers, Electronic Mail
Kean, Sam – Chronicle of Higher Education, 2007
In this article, the author discusses a computer program called Psiphon which bypasses government filters undetected. The University of Toronto's Citizen Lab, a research center for digital media and politics, designed Psiphon for technology-savvy activists. Some technology-savvy activists use other open-source software, like Tor (which relies on…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Information Technology, Computer Software, Social Networks
Panettieri, Joseph C. – Campus Technology, 2007
Without proper security, mobile devices are easy targets for worms, viruses, and so-called robot ("bot") networks. Hackers increasingly use bot networks to launch massive attacks against eCommerce websites--potentially targeting one's online tuition payment or fundraising/financial development systems. How can one defend his mobile systems against…
Descriptors: Internet, Web Sites, Handheld Devices, Information Technology
Wright, Vivian H.; Burnham, Joy J.; Inman, Christopher T.; Ogorchock, Heather N. – Journal of Computing in Teacher Education, 2009
This study examined cyberbullying in three distinct phases to facilitate a multifaceted understanding of cyberbullying. The phases included (a) a quantitative survey, (b) a qualitative focus group, and (c) development of educational scenarios/simulations (within the Second Life virtual environment). Phase III was based on adolescent feedback about…
Descriptors: Prevention, Focus Groups, Virtual Classrooms, Bullying
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Agee, Anne Scrivener; Yang, Catherine – EDUCAUSE Review, 2009
This article presents the top-ten IT-related issues in terms of strategic importance to the institution, as revealed by the tenth annual EDUCAUSE Current Issues Survey. These IT-related issues include: (1) Funding IT; (2) Administrative/ERP Information Systems; (3) Security; (4) Infrastructure/Cyberinfrastructure; (5) Teaching and Learning with…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Information Technology, Integrated Learning Systems, Financial Support
Villano, Matt – Campus Technology, 2008
Colleges and universities can never be too prepared, whether for physical attacks or data security breaches. A quick data slice of over 7,000 US higher ed institutions, using the Office of Postsecondary Education's Campus Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool Website and cutting across public and private two- and four-year schools, reveals some…
Descriptors: School Security, Convergent Thinking, Computer Networks, Computer Security
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Fan, Andy – International Journal of Education and Development using Information and Communication Technology, 2010
The Portuguese came to Macau in the 16th century, Macao has become part of China again since 1999. Under the strong economic growth in recent years, the Macao government has invested substantial human, material and financial resources for the implementation of IT in education in Macau since 2001. This paper reviewed the development of IT in…
Descriptors: Information Technology, Technology Integration, Foreign Countries, Economic Progress
Anderson, Catherine L. – ProQuest LLC, 2010
Today's interconnected technical environment creates unprecedented opportunities while simultaneously introducing risks. With economic, social and personal interactions increasingly occurring in technology-mediated settings new vulnerabilities are continually being introduced. This dissertation seeks to improve extant understanding of how…
Descriptors: Cues, Health Education, Hospitals, Health Conditions
Kuzu, Abdullah – Online Submission, 2009
Increasing use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) help individuals to solve several everyday problems, which used to be harder, more complicated and time consuming. Even though ICTs provide individuals with many advantages, they might also serve as grounds for several societal and ethical problems which vary in accordance with…
Descriptors: Copyrights, Content Analysis, Ethics, Interviews
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Katerattanakul, Pairin; Kam, Hwee-Joo; Lee, James J.; Hong, Soongoo – Journal of Information Systems Education, 2009
The MetaFrame system migration project at WorldPharma, while driven by merger and acquisition, had faced complexities caused by both technical challenges and organizational issues in the climate of uncertainties. However, WorldPharma still insisted on instigating this post-merger system migration project. This project served to (1) consolidate the…
Descriptors: Case Method (Teaching Technique), Business Administration Education, Class Activities, Computer Science Education
Pardini, Priscilla – School Administrator, 2007
This article reports on how superintendents are riding the wave of personal technology. Once reluctant users, superintendents now find their hand-held devices an indispensable tool for leveraging their school system leadership. However, as the availability and allure of personal technology devices proliferate, superintendents find themselves…
Descriptors: Superintendents, Computer Mediated Communication, Electronic Equipment, Physical Mobility
Grush, Mary – Campus Technology, 2007
Despite intensive security measures, institutions are still suffering breaches--sometimes quite painful and costly ones. After a major breach was reported at UCLA this past November, the author spoke with "Educause" security expert Rodney Petersen, to get his perspective and advice for higher education leadership. This article presents…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Colleges, School Security, Computer Security
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