SECURITY TIPS

• lock your device with a password. If possible use a “strong alphanumeric” password that utilizes a combination of upper and lower case letters, and special symbols (see below for Dell Axim).
• try not to put too much private information on your device, e.g. credit card numbers, social security numbers, passwords to this kind of information.
• if you do need to put passwords and usernames for various accounts on your device, consider using password management software in addition to locking your device. Recommended software includes: RoboForm http://www.roboform.com/ or SplashID http://www.splashdata.com/splashid/
• turn off your wireless when you’re not using it, especially Bluetooth. Bluetooth is used to set up short-range networks – connecting multiple devices like PDAs, laptops, cell phones, etc. with one another. Leaving it on in public places could allow unscrupulous users to access your data on your mobile device.

PASSWORD PROTECTING THE DELL AXIM

Windows Mobile is Microsoft’s embedded operating system for battery-operated mobile devices including smartphones, PDAs, enterprise mobile computers (handheld scanners), and many other device types. While much of its OS core is shared with Windows Embedded CE (previously called Windows CE), Microsoft has added a common shell, UI enhancements, better phone features and a common application interface.

A large number of OEMs building very different devices choose Windows Mobile for its strong enterprise integration (Microsoft Exchange server for email), legendary flexibility, huge application developer ecosystem, streamlined SDK for developing apps, and the support that Microsoft provides for development, marketing and sales. These attributes have given Windows Mobile strong growth over the last four years, with several OEMs making devices that sold well over a million units.

Top 5 reasons why your customers should never get a non-genuine version of Windows Vista:

1. Constant desktop reminders will notify your customers they have installed non-genuine Windows Vista software.
2. Great new features such as Windows Aero and Windows ReadyBoost are disabled.
3. Non-security updates and downloads are denied, such as new releases of Windows Media Player and Windows Internet Explorer® 7.
4. Information stored on the PC may be exposed to on-going risks from spyware, malware, and viruses.
5. If Windows Vista is not activated with a genuine product key, the system will be put into reduced functionality which means:
   • No desktop
   • No start menu or task bar
   • Windows Vista functionality is limited to the default web browser for 1 hour periods

Frequently Asked Questions:

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There are two stages to complete to connect to the university wireless network

1. Connect to the archimedes287bc wireless network
2. Establish a VPN connection

Windows 7 includes configuration of wireless devices as part of the operating system, however drivers for different wireless devices may include additional configuration utilities.

To setup wireless access on a Windows 7 machine ensure the drivers are installed correctly either from Microsoft Windows Update, or from the manufacturers CDROM supplied with the wireless device.

Setting up Windows 7 for wireless access

• Click on the Start icon and select Control Panel
• From within Control Panel select Network and Internet
• From within Network and Internet select Network and Sharing Center
• From within the Network and Sharing Center screen click Connect to a network
• Select archimedes287bc and click Connect

Before you use the Wireless service you must ensure you have up to date Anti-virus software and that your operating system has been patched with the latest security updates. You are reminded that when using any Edinburgh Napier University IT service (which includes using your personal equipment) you are bound by the terms of Edinburgh Napier University’s Information Security Policy. A copy can be found on the “Information Security Policy” page in the C&IT Services section of the Staff Intranet.

INTRODUCTION

The following instructions are for configuring a Windows 7 laptop to connect to the wireless service using the built in Windows 7 wireless client. Some wireless adapter manufacturers provide their own wireless client e.g. Intel PROSet Wireless and Cisco ACU. The use of these clients is not supported by C&IT Services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Ensure you have MicrosoftR Windows 7