DECEMBER 10, 1999
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THE UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA DECEMBER 10, 1999 |
| Before leaving for the Christmas break run a recently updated anti-virus program, backup the hard drive, turn off the computer and unplug it.
Unanticipated problems may occur on campus and elsewhere that are beyond UVic’s control. For example, if the power grid for the Victoria area is unstable, there may be power surges and outages that could damage plugged-in equipment. There may also be a number of computer viruses out there designed to trigger at New Year’s. Until Dec. 31, several anti-virus software vendors are allowing their software to be downloaded free of charge. Once downloaded, it will remain functional for 90 days. Links to these vendors are at <http://helpdesk.uvic.ca/how-to/support/y2k/virus.html>. Any equipment left operating over New Year’s which might lead to an unsafe situation if it fails, should be reported to your department chair or director as soon as possible. For more detailed information on Y2K readiness, how to assess your computer equipment, and links to other Y2K sites, check out the computer user services Year 2000 Web site at <http://helpdesk.uvic.ca>. Also take note that the computer help desk will be open for e-mail and telephone queries Dec. 29–31 and Jan. 1–3 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Finally, pop open that champagne, kick back, and have a Happy New Millennium! |