NBCS FAQ Database -

What is the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service and where can I learn more about it?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 10:19:37 -0400

The Rutgers Scarlet Page Service is a service provided by the Office of Information Technology and New Brunswick Computing Services to enhance system, software, and patch management for computer systems at the university. The service keeps track of what patches the system needs as well as any other changes may need to be made and notifies the appropriate parties of any problems.

Currently, the main focus is providing patch management via Windows Server Update Services. In addition, the program is working to provide system inventory scanning, centralized system administration, and integration with the Rutgers University Software Portal.

What is RUSecure and where can I learn more about it?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 10:12:45 -0400

RU Secure is a program that is committed to educating faculty, staff and students about ways to create a secure computing environment and to reduce the risk of compromising the principles of confidentiality, integrity and availability. Compromising these principles leaves systems and critical information in jeopardy. RUSecure provides a wealth of information about ways to prevent this from happening.

To read more about how to protect yourself and your computer when using the internet, please visit: http://rusecure.rutgers.edu.

Where can I learn more about protecting my computer and my personal information on the internet?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 10:11:19 -0400

You can learn more about protecting your computer and your personal information when using the internet at the RU Secure website, located at http://rusecure.rutgers.edu/. RU Secure is committed to educating faculty, staff and students about ways to create a secure computing environment and to reduce the risk of compromising the principles of confidentiality, integrity and availability.

Where can I find suggestions for making a successful secure password?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 10:07:16 -0400

For suggestions about how to create a secure password that is difficult to guess, please see the document located at: http://rusecure.rutgers.edu/add_sec_meas/sug_passwords.php.

To read more about how to protect yourself and your computer when using the internet, please visit: http://rusecure.rutgers.edu.

What are the security risks involved with Peer2Peer file sharing?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 10:01:58 -0400

There are many security risks involved with Peer2Peer file sharing. File sharing involves using technology that allows internet users to share files that are housed on their individual computers. Peer-to-peer (P2P) applications, such as those used to share music files, are some of the most common forms of file-sharing technology. However, P2P applications introduce security risks that may put your information or your computer in jeopardy.

Some risks of using these programs include:

Installation of malicious code: It is nearly impossible to know whether P2P programs or the files they transmit are trustworthy. These applications often incorporate spyware, viruses, Trojan horses, or worms into the files.

What can I do to reduce my risk of identity theft?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 09:53:06 -0400

Identity theft is a major problem that can often be prevented by making the right choices and protecting sensitive information. A person interested in committing identity theft often uses social engineering, or the process of using social interaction (often under false pretenses) to obtain personal or sensitive information from a victim. This means that someone relies on your trust to obtain information which compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information to which you have access. Social engineering is a human vulnerability, and as such can be avoided by protecting your system and being aware that we are all responsible for security.

What are the system requirements for using the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 09:49:53 -0400

To use the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service, your system should have the following minimum requirements:

Windows 2000 SP4 or later, Windows XP Professional SP2 or later, or Windows Server 2003
At least 128MB of memory
At least 10MB of free disk space for Scarlet Page services
At least 160MB for Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0
A network connection with an IP inside Rutgers address space

Solaris, Linux, and MacOS are not currently supported but may be in a future release.

For more information about the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service, please v

Can I install the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service at home or on my laptop?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 09:48:11 -0400

The Rutgers Scarlet Page Service is not currently intended for home use. Systems using Scarlet Page will need a Rutgers IP address, usually obtained when using a computer in a Rutgers office, dormitory or other Rutgers location. Systems outside of Rutgers can obtain a Rutgers IP address by connecting to the Rutgers VPN, which will then allow the client to check in with the server for updates.

Although it is possible to connect to the service by using the Rutgers VPN, home use of Scarlet Page is strongly discouraged as future updates may require large amounts of bandwidth that may not be available outside of the campus network. Access via the VPN is provided mainly for traveling laptop users who usually access the internet in Rutgers locations, but would like to allow their system to check in periodically for updates while they are away from Rutgers.

Where can I download the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 09:46:29 -0400

To download a copy of the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service, please visit the page located at: http://mssg.rutgers.edu/documentation/ScarletPage/. Under the heading for Software Downloads at the top of the page, click on the link for Scarlet Page Service Installer.

Where can I find information about the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service for system administrators?

nbcs faq — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 09:44:20 -0400

You can find information about the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service for system adminstrators by going to: http://mssg.rutgers.edu/documentation/ScarletPage/admin.php.

For more information about the Rutgers Scarlet Page Service, please visit the documentation located at: http://mssg.rutgers.edu/documentation/ScarletPage/.