Microsoft Updates
Your computer may be vulnerable to attack. Please update your computer by performing the steps outlined below in order to protect your computer and the College network.
Situation:
New viruses can infect your computer even if you merely view a web page, an email message, or a Microsoft Office document, such as a Word (.doc), Excel (.xls), or Powerpoint (.ppt) file. Modified, embedded picture files (.jpg, .jpeg, .JPEG) may leave your computer open to Internet attacks without your knowledge.
Please call the Technology Support Center (x3900) if you have questions or encounter any problems while updating your computer. We strongly recommend that you back-up your critical documents before applying any updates.
Please note you should print this page and then follow the directions on it for the actions below
Action: Windows XP and Windows 2000 Users needing to update Microsoft Office:
1. Update Microsoft Office by going to this site: http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/officeupdate/default.aspx and clicking on the "Check for Updates" (or "Office Update") link.
2. Please read and follow the directions listed on the page.
3. After checking your computer, the Microsoft Office Updater will show you which updates, if any, you should download and will walk you through the steps to install them. The updates will help to protect your computer from this new vulnerability. Repeat this step until there are no more updates to install.
Update Microsoft Windows Operating System:
1. Go to this site: http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com and click either "Scan for updates" or "Express Install (Recommended)..."
2. After checking your computer, the Windows Updater will show you which updates, if any, you should download.
3. Click "Install" to download and install these updates. Please be aware that some of these updates may take a while to complete. Repeat this step until there are no more updates to install.
Mac Users:
Your computer is not subject to this vulnerability
Important Reminder for all: Hackers ruthlessly exploit weaknesses. Be attentive and take action to protect yourself! Update your operating system, your virus software, and your Office suite regularly.