Classroom Media Services
Classroom Media Services, a division of Campus Media, provides equipment, delivery, training, and support for official NYU classes that meet in general purpose NYU classrooms. Audio and video systems, projection equipment, laptop computers (PC and Apple), and accessories are available. Two-business days notice is required to guarantee availability. Call 1-212-998-2655 or visit www.nyu.edu/campusmedia/.

Computer & Network Security
Take the following steps to help protect your computer and NYU's network from viruses, spyware, and other security threats. Detailed instructions are available at www.nyu.edu/its/security/guidelines/.

1. Set an Administrator password on your computer and reset it regularly. You must also reset your NYUHome password at least once every year.
2. Manually or automatically check Windows Update or Macintosh Software Update daily, and install all new security patches and updates.
3. Install and run Symantec AntiVirus and Ad-Aware software on your computer, and be sure to check for new virus definitions every day. This software is available through NYUHome and on the NYU-NET CD; see the Software & Instructions section of this guide.
4. Use a personal firewall to protect your computer from Internet intruders. The latest Windows and Macintosh operating systems come with a built-in firewall.
5. Don't share access to your computer and be sure to choose strong passwords (see www.nyu.edu/its/security/passwords/ and the Password Security section for tips).
6. If you use a non-NYU program to access your NYU email, protect the security of your messages by activating the SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encryption feature. Also, never open unexpected email attachments or respond to requests for personal information that you receive by email.
7. Regularly save backup copies of your important files.
8. Turn off your computer when you're not using it.
9. Review the ITS policies at www.nyu.edu/its/policies/. Note: you are required to abide by these rules even if you haven't read them.
10. For business continuity, managers and supervisors should make sure that offices have plans for access to files and data.

Computer & Technical Support
ITS provides help with a wide range of computer and network services at NYU:

• nswers to frequently asked questions about ITS services and facilities (including NYUHome) are available at www.nyu.edu/its/faq/.
• For help with NYU Blackboard, visit www.nyu.edu/blackboard/.
• For help with the NYURoam wireless network, follow the instructions at www.nyu.edu/its/wireless/ or sign up for a workshop at www.nyu.edu/its/classes/wireless/.
• The ITS Client Services Center provides helpdesk support in the use of ITS computer, email, and Internet-related services, including NYUHome. If you have a question, call 1-212-998-3333, send email to its.clientservices@nyu.edu, browse the "Ask ITS" area in NYUHome, or visit 10 Astor Place, 4th floor, between 9:00am and 6:00pm, Monday-Friday during the regular semester.
• ITS staff are available to help you get started and explore new ways to further your instruction and research using technology-based tools. See Faculty Technology Services for more information.
• To check the status of ITS services, visit www.nyu.edu/its/status/.

Computer Labs (ITS)
ITS provides four computer labs offering high-end, multimediaequipped Macintosh and Windows computers with the essential software and peripherals students need. For more information about lab resources for students, including locations and hours of operation, see www.nyu.edu/its/labs/.

All ITS computer lab visitors are required to show a valid NYUCard and abide by the ITS policies. For technical resources for faculty and students assisting with faculty projects, see the Faculty Technology Services section of this guide.

Computers in Bobst Library
Wireless access is available throughout Bobst Library.

Research needs: All floors in Bobst have computers, and the Reference Centers on the 1st, 6th, and 9th floors have clusters of computers to access the Libraries' website to search for books, articles, and more.

General needs: Computers with Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Internet access are available: Macs (LL2) and PCs (LL1).

Email: Use NYUHome stations for email. They are located downstairs in Bobst Library on Lower Level 2 (LL2), and at a variety of other locations around campus.

Computing facilities: The Bobst Library Computer Center (BLCC) on Lower Level 1 (LL1) has Mac and PC computer classrooms available for general use when classes are not in session (schedules are posted daily). The BLCC offers many software programs, e.g., desktop publishing and OCR (Optical Character Recognition), as well as scanners, printers, laptops for loan in Bobst, and CD mastering equipment. For more information, visit http://library.nyu.edu/services/computer.html.

See also Digital Studio; Laptops; Photocopying & Printing; Scanning; and Wireless Computing.

Conferencing & Broadcasting Services
There are three types of video conferencing available at NYU: ISDN, satellite, and Internet. Each one of these methods serves different needs, budgets, and audiences. There are also Internet2 resources and a broadband cable distribution system available on campus. All of these services are available to NYU faculty, administrators, and staff. For more information on these services, visit www.nyu.edu/its/conferencing/. For assistance in choosing the best option to meet your needs, send email to: videoconferencing@nyu.edu.

For information about teleconferencing, see Telephone & Voice Mail Services.

For information about podcasting resources at NYU, visit www.nyu.edu/podcast/. Check back to the site regularly for new subscription options and additional information.

Copyright & Fair Use Information
NYU Libraries, ITS, and the Office of the Provost together with the NYU Office of Legal Counsel provide a Handbook to guide members of the NYU community who use copyrighted materials in educational and research activities. The Handbook provides definitions and principles of educational fair use, answers to frequently asked questions, and campus resources for further guidance. Please send your questions to fairuse@nyu.edu. See http://library.nyu.edu/copyright/.