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  • Identity Theft and Phishing
    Protect yourself against attempts to steal your credit card numbers, bank account information, passwords, and personal information.
  • Illegal File Sharing
    Using peer-to-peer software to share music, movies and other copyright-protected files across the network may violate University policy and could result in legal action.
  • Physical Security for Devices
    Advice on minimizing the risk of losing your computer, laptops, or mobile devices to thieves.
  • Protecting Yale's data
    Keep valuable data safe by storing securely, backing up regularly, and using encryption.
  • Reporting Lost or Stolen Data and Devices
    How to report lost or stolen data or computers, hacking attempts, and other data-security incidents.
  • Safe File Sharing
    Tools and services to transfer or share files securely.
  • Safe Mobile Computing
    Your portable device is a storehouse of personal information and a gateway to Yale's network, making it target for thieves and a security risk.
  • Traveling securely
    Preparing your computer for a trip and connecting to Yale's network on the road.
  • Viruses and Malware
    Malicious programs can damage your system and data – learn the warning signs and take precautions.