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Avoid accessing the University directly with your Fredonia ID and password - By not logging into Fredonia applications while you travel, you eliminate the risk of your ID and password to Fredonia being captured and used to compromise Fredonia systems. You also reduce the amount of data that is retrievable if your mobile device is lost, stolen or otherwise compromised.
Keep your direct access to Fredonia systems and information to an absolute minimum, preferably zero. Only access email through your external email account. Access the data you need for your trip from the external storage service (e.g., Fredonia Google Drive). Allow a colleague to add files to your external network drive in case a file was forgotten during preparations. Employees should always use their Virtual Private Network Service to remotely access sensitive University computing resources.
Avoid using public workstations - The security of public workstations, especially in high risk countries, cannot be trusted. When you use a public workstation, anything that you enter into the system - IDs, passwords, data - may be captured and used, so limit your activity to the devices that you bring.
Be aware of your surroundings when logging in or inputting data into your devices .There have been many cases where an ID, password or a piece of confidential information had been compromised simply by watching the person input the information. Be discrete when inputting your ID and passwords.
Notify Fredonia if a theft or loss occurs - Traveling can be fraught with a variety of distractions - going through airport security, finding your way around town, getting used to cultural norms, etc. Unfortunately, most instances when mobile computing devices are lost or stolen occur in the areas where the distractions are the greatest. Recognizing distracting situations and, when they occur, taking extra care to maintain your focus can prevent you from having to take the steps necessary to disable those devices and obtain replacements. In case a laptop or mobile device is lost or stolen, email the ITS Service Center or call (716) 673-3407.
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