Browser Security Information:
Your first line of defense for ensuring safe web browsing is to install and run all the latest
updates for both your operating system and web browser. The latest Windows operating system with all
updates installed for example, has a built in firewall, popup blocker as well as security updates
which aid in a safe browsing experience. There are also many third party firewalls and popup blockers
available for free download.
Websites at Angelo State University requiring sensitive information such as your Network username
and password, implement security measures to ensure that your password and other information being
transferred are protected. The most common security measure used is (SSL) Secure Socket Layer. You
can know when you are visiting a secure site when you see a URL beginning with https://.
Your browser will also display a security icon (usually in the bottom-right of the browser Window)
indicating that you have established a secure connection.
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