To install certain software and hardware on a TWU PC, users must have administrative rights on that computer.
Antivirus is protective software designed to defend a computer against malicious software.
Texas Woman's University Department of Public Safety uses a variety of methods to alert students, faculty, and staff in case of a significant emergency on a campus.
Individuals such as contractors, visiting scholars, and others such as support staff from outside companies may be eligible for TWU portal usernames.
Degaussing (magnetizing) hard drives is an industry best practice for data security.
ID cards and readers are managed by ID and Dining Services.
Legal investigations for the inappropriate use of information resources.
Laws (TAC and HIPAA) and industry mandates (PCI) require organizations to assess their vulnerabilities and risks.
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption secures websites, intranets, extranets, and other server-based applications.
Reporting information security concerns.
The Office of Technology commits to a culture of cybersecurity awareness through outreach, training, and promotion. TWU Technology is a member of the Stop.Think.Connect. Academic Alliance.
Proofpoint has been a leader in effective blocking of email-borne threats for over a decade.
Shibboleth is the authentication system that enables access to web applications via single sign-on. Portal ID account holders use Shibboleth to gain access to these resources.
All faculty, staff, and students associated with Texas Woman's University must have a Pioneer Portal account. This account is the key to unlocking several information pages that are found only on TWU's Intranet (Portal).