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Subject: Re: UF wireless security checks start May 1
From: Kathy Bergsma <[log in to unmask]>
Reply-To:Kathy Bergsma <[log in to unmask]>
Date:Mon, 25 Apr 2011 11:08:31 -0400
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Sorry, I forgot to include the CloudPath link.  
http://netconnect.ns.ufl.edu/

On 4/25/2011 11:00 AM, UF IT Security Team wrote:
> Please share this announcement with your users.
>
> Starting May 1, 2011, big changes are in store for the university's wireless network!
>
> If your portable computer runs Microsoft Windows, it will need to clear a security check every seven days before it can connect to the UF wireless network.  The security check will verify that your computer has current antivirus software and all Windows updates before you can use the UF wireless network.
>
> Securing your computer protects you from identity theft, damage to your computer and files and also helps prevent harm to the university network.
>
> If your Windows-based computer already has antivirus software and is set to install updates when Microsoft releases them, you will experience only about a 30 second delay when connecting to UF's wireless network.  If your computer passes the security checks, they will not run again for seven days.  If the security check finds a problem with your computer, you will first have to install antivirus software or missing Windows updates before using the UF wireless network.  Note: to run the security checks, your Windows-based computer must have Java or ActiveX installed and enabled..
>
> The security check process begins on May 1, 2011.  During Summer A, your computer will be allowed to connect even if it fails the security checks.  However, if your computer does not have either Java or ActiveX controls installed, the security checks cannot run and your computer will be unable to connect to the UF wireless network.
>
> Starting July 10, 2011, your computer will only connect to the UF wireless network if it passes security checks.
>
> The security checks impact only Windows-based computers, and only when they attempt to connect to the UF wireless network. Computers not running Windows, such as Apple MacBooks, are not affected.  Mobile phones are also unaffected by these changes.
>
> This security check process is similar to checks performed on the Housing and Residence Education network and the Health Science Center network.  To help set up your computer to pass the security checks, UF is providing a software application called CloudPath Xpress Connect<link>  that will configure your computer properly to run the security checks.  If you run into problems, the UF Computing Help Desk is available to assist with the new wireless security check process. Call or email the Help Desk at (352)392-HELP (4357) or [log in to unmask]
>
> For more information on compliance with the new wireless security check process, or with any of the university's information security policies and initiatives, visit the Security Web site.
>
>
> If you have any questions about this email, please contact:
>
> UF IT Security Team
> [log in to unmask]
> (352) 392-2061
> http://infosec.ufl.edu/
>

-- 
Kathy Bergsma
UF Information Security Manager

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