Step 1: Take a few mintues and secure your computer

The only way to protect your next session online is to start to Get Control of computer security now. An insecure computer can be compromised minutes after connecting to the Internet, and you may never notice the problem. Don't put it off — start now:

• Secure your computer today

  If you live on campus, your connecting to the NU Network is tracked by Northwestern's NetPass system. NetPass scans your computer for security threats such as viruses, blocking machines with problems.
  
  You sail past NetPass—and get online faster—if your computer is secure before you come to campus.

• Use Virtual Private Network (VPN) when connecting from off campus

  Use Northwestern resources securely from anywhere in the world with Virtual Private Network. VPN provides a secure connection between your computer and the NU Network, allowing you to access the same information as an on-campus connection.

Continue to Step 2: Secure Passwords