Guidelines for Windows

November 16, 2007

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• Anti-virus -- all Windows machine on the SLAC network must run an updated version of anti-virus software (Norton AntiVirus is the standard for SLAC-managed workstations) 
• Remote Access Servers -- no unauthorized remote access server is allowed on the SLAC network
• No Tampering with Telephone, Networking Cables or Equipment, see also SLAC Networking
• General Security Policies
• General Networking Policies
  
  
• Disk Space Policy
• Backup Policy
• Scope and Priorities for Desktop Computing Support outlines guidelines for normal services offered
• Use of SLAC IMPAC Purchase Authorization Cards to Purchase Computer Equipment

Windows

• Microsoft Windows "Security Update" Cut-off Dates  -- Only the operating systems which are still receiving Security Updates from Microsoft are allowed at SLAC.
• Guidelines for Connecting Computers to SLAC Internal Network
• Network Browsing Guidelines
• Terminal Services Policy

Linux

• When installing Linux, do not include the Samba portion, which is part of a 'full' installation.  Use the registered Samba AFS server, SLACCFS, which is carefully managed to prevent disruption of SLAC NT network.

*Access requires NT password.