Alerts

Malware Warning: 'Antivirus 2009'

There is a very malicious piece of software floating around the Internet and being installed, purposefully or not, on many USM computers. This software, Antivirus 2009, advertises itself as a … (more)

Getting Help

How To Reach the USM Help!Desk

Phone: 780-4029
Fax: 780-4565
Email: helpdesk@usm.maine.edu
Location: 144-E Luther Bonney

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Computing News

Fix for Broken Headers and Footers on USM Web Pages

On July 31, 2008, USM web page headers and footers were updated to reflect our new site design. Departments that have used the USM web templates correctly do not need … (more)

Spyware and Adware: How to Protect your Computer

Spyware is the general term for a program that surreptitiously monitors your actions. While they are sometimes sinister, like a remote control program used by a hacker, software companies have … (more)

Free Symantec AntiVirus Software Available to USM Faculty, Staff and Students for Personal Use

Our agreement with Symantec allows all USM Faculty, Staff and Students to install ONE copy of Symantec (PC) or Norton (Macintosh) AntiVirus on ONE personally owned machine per user. This … (more)