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Mizzou IT: Software
MU-Ready Software
Running MU-Ready software, such as anti-virus and spyware combatants, is the best way to protect your computer from vulnerabilities.
Fees and Availability
MU-Ready software is free. Download these programs from the MU-Ready software category on the Software Distribution Site.
MU-Ready Software List
Windows
- Symantec AntiVirus: Provides virus protection, spam prevention and content filtering. Free updates included.
- Cisco VPN: Provides a secure connection to resources on the MU network from off campus.
- Power Archiver: A file-compression program used to open and manipulate .zip files.
- Secure CRT: A secure terminal client for connecting to a server.
- Secure FX: A secure FTP client for transferring files between your local computer and a server.
- Spybot Search and Destroy: A utility for removing malicious adware and spyware from your computer.
- Print Anywhere: A utility for printing to Computing Sites printers from your personal computer.
Macintosh
- Norton AntiVirus CE: Provides virus protection, spam prevention and content filtering. Free updates included.<
- Cisco VPN: Provides a secure connection to resources on the MU network from off campus.
- StuffIt Expander: Expands compressed or encoded files.
- Mac SFTP: Transfers files between your local computer and a server.
- Brown TN3270: Allows terminal emulation using the TN3270 application for Telnet purposes.
- Print Anywhere: A utility for printing to Computing Sites printers from your personal computer.
Virus and Spyware Removal
Symantec AntiVirus CE: Even if your computer is brand new, it can still be infected with viruses or spyware. Symantec AntiVirus CE software is free to students (including a subscription for future updates). Please install this version, even if you are already running anti-virus software. It's available from the Software Distribution Site. Update your virus definitions regularly by using the free subscription service.
VirusAid is a set of tools to disinfect computers having viruses or spyware. You can pick up a free CD at TigerTech in Brady Commons or download a free copy of VirusAid from the Software Distribution Site.
Maintaining Computer Software
The following is a short list of good software maintenance "rules of thumb" to keep your computer in good working condition:
- Install the latest versions.
- Avoid downloading free programs (they often contain spyware).
- Use a personal firewall.
- Regularly update your anti-virus software.
- Keep your operating system patched and up to date.
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