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Use free anti-virus software

Duke offers virus protection for Windows and Mac users at no cost. OIT distributes and supports McAfee VirusScan for Windows and McAfee Virex for Macintosh. The software will check for updates automatically when you start your computer. To download the software and get instructions on scanning your computer for viruses:

• Mac users click here
• Windows users click here 

NOTE: Update your definitions file weekly (for Windows or Macintosh).

Scan attachments and downloaded software

When you receive an email attachment or download software, save the file(s) to a central folder and scan the folder with your anti-virus software. Instructions are available for McAfee VirusScan for Windows and McAfee VirusScan for Mac.

Set macro security to high

If you don't use macros in Microsoft Word or Excel, set the Macro Security option to High.

To set the Macro Security option:

1. From the Tools menu, select Options.
2. In the Options dialog box, click the Security tab.
3. Click Macro Security.
4. In the Security dialog box on the Security Level tab, select High.
5. Click OK.
6. In the Options dialog box, click OK.