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An Overview of the Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit
Chris Peters describes and compares two tools for securing shared or public access computers running Microsoft Windows operating systems, the Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit and the Public Access Computer Security Tool.
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Case Study: WV Implements MS Shared Computer Toolkit on all PACs
A case study from Microsoft describing how the West Virginia Library Commission's experience deploying the Shared Computer Toolkit on all public access computers it manages in 173 libraries.
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Chatting with Confidence: Instant Messaging Security
Tips for keeping your computer safe when using instant message or online chat programs.
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Creating a "System Rescue" Bootable CD
This article discusses the creation of a System Rescue Live CD containing a Linux operating system and various free troubleshooting tools.
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Creating a Knoppix Bootable CD
This article discusses the creation of a Live CD containing the Knoppix operating system and various free troubleshooting tools.
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Creating Security Policies
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Networking and Security.
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Customizing the IE Toolbar with the Shared Computer Toolkit
Instructions on how to customize the Internet Explorer toolbar
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Enabling the IE Favorites Menu After Installing the Shared Computer Toolkit
How to override the default setting
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Hello, Mr. (RFID) Chips? (August, 2004)
People are getting feisty about RFID: but before you pick a side, George suggests you get the facts.
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How to Use Windows SteadyState on Your Library's Public Access Computers
Clear, step-by-step instructions to prepare, install, set-up, and run Windows SteadyState, the public access computer security toolkit.
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Identifying Vulnerabilities and Risks on Your Network
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Networking and Security.
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Introduction to Network Security
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Networking and Security.
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Introduction to Windows SteadyState
A description of Windows SteadyState free tool for securing shared or public access computers running Microsoft Windows operating systems, and comparison to its previous iterations.
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LIVE EVENT: Six Steps Toward Secure Public Access Computing
Slides from Marr Madden's WebJunction presentation on security for public access computers.
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Locking and Unlocking Profiles with the Shared Computer Toolkit
How to remove and replace restrictions on profile configuration
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Locking Down Computers with the Shared Computer Toolkit
Microsoft recently released a free, downloadable security tool developed with the needs of librarians and schoolteachers in mind. The purpose of the Shared Computer Toolkit (SCT) is to make public access computers more reliable and easier to maintain by preventing unauthorized changes to the hard disk, and limiting the privileges of untrusted users (e.g. library patrons). For those familiar with the computers granted by the Gates Foundation, the SCT is the successor to the security tool on those workstations, which was known as the Public Access Security Tool (PAC Tool).
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Managing Public Access Computer Security Live Event
This is a recording of an online event held in December 2004. Security expert Marr Madden presented the Six Steps toward Secure Public Access Computing and answered event participants' questions. Please note that this file is very large (59.8 MB). Downloading it is not recommended using dialup connections.
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Networking and Security - Tools
From Planning for Success Cookbook. Checklists and assessment matrices to accompany the Networking and Security section.
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Phishing: Don't Get Caught!
Phishing is a deceptive email and website practice that may place you and your patrons at risk. Here is a description with some tips and resources to help you cope.
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Public Access Computer Security Product List
Individual security and management products are created, upgraded, and eclipsed at a fair rate. The following products are our suggestions as of April 2006. It is not a comprehensive list of all products but an introduction to those currently popular.
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Resizing Your Hard Drive Partitions Using Free Software
Using QTParted, a program on bootable CD
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Securing Library Computers with the Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit
This article contains general instructions for installing and configuring the Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit (SCT) on a Windows XP computer to create a secure public access computer suitable for use in a library.
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Securing Library Computers with the Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit
This is a downloadable PDF version of general instructions for installing and configuring the Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit (SCT) on a Windows XP computer to create a secure public access computer suitable for use in a library.
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Security News Via RSS, Listservs and Newsletters
Security issues arise 24/7. RSS newsfeeds, listservs, and newsletters can help you keep current.
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Six-Step Security Reference Card
Keeping your public access computers secure can be a big job. That's why we've boiled the basics down to these six straightforward steps.
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Spyware Awareness and Prevention
What is Spyware, what does it do, and how can you prevent it from affecting your library's operations?
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WebJunction Member Tech Solutions
WebJunction members share their solutions to common library technology challenges.
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WebJunction Member Tech Solutions: Best Tools for Managing Public Access Co
WebJunction members share favorite tools and tips for managing public access computers.
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WebJunction Member Tech Solutions: Keeping Computers Virus-Free
WebJunction members share favorite tools and tips for keeping computers virus-free.
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WebJunction's Focus on Security for Public Access Computers
In November 2004, the WebJunction community turns its attention to best practices for making public access computers secure and trouble-free.
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WebJunction's Focus on Security for Public Access Computers II
In April 2006 we revisit public access computer security with looks at the new Shared Computer Toolkit, wireless security, and network security.
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Websites and Internet Resources on Computer Security
A list of external links.
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Websites and Internet Resources on Security
A list of external links
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Websites and Internet Resources on Security Strategy
A list of external links
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What Is Public Access Security and Why Do You Need It?
An overview of the security and privacy concerns for public access computers along with a guide to the two basic strategies for protecting patrons and maintaining access
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