Important tips to better password security
Computers and internet access are now an integral part of our everyday lives. We use them not only for work, but also for private purposes. Whether it’s work-related documents, conversations with colleagues, friends and family, bank documents or the exchange of private photos; none of this should be visible to everyone.Whoever uses such technologies should also protect themselves. In order to protect yourself, an efficient password protection is essential.
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(Deutsch) Wir im Home Office –Ein tierisches Vergnügen!
Do not hesitate, just ask the IT-ServiceDesk!
How do I use Microsoft Teams at RWTH Aachen University? How do I connect to the VPN? How do I set up an e-mail address? How do I apply for a DFN certificate? Who do I contact if I have questions?
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Social Engineering – or: How we get tricked
Sometimes you just can’t say “no”. When the fundraising rescue workers are at the front door or in the pre-Christmas season the opportunities to do a good deed one more time this year are increasing. Of course we are happy to help, for we are social beings after all. However, this humanitarian side of us is being exploited increasingly. Social engineering aims to motivate people to do things they would not do under normal circumstances. This manipulation occurs everywhere – digitally, as well as in the real world.
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Phishing – More Than Just a Sports Activity
In order to understand phishing and the context of the problem in more detail, it is worth making an excursion into social engineering. Social engineering refers to the consideration of social needs (of people).
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Welcome to the RWTH, dear students!
We would like to welcome all students at RWTH Aachen University for the winter semester 2020/2021. Since teaching will be offered online until further notice, it is our special concern as IT Center to support you in your start into the new semester.
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