Monthly Archives: May 2012

Do not respond to “Notice” e-mail scam

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Michelle Manke

Another phishing scam (shown below) is going around. Just like every other message of this type, this one is not from SNC. It was in the spam quarantine because it is spam. As always, you should never respond to these … Continue reading →

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Computers infected with DNSChanger will lose Internet access on July 9th

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Michelle Manke

An estimated 500,000 computers worldwide are infected with malware (spyware) called “DNSChanger.” DNSChanger modifies the DNS settings on computers and routers, causing them to use malicious servers that redirect you to fake and potentially dangerous web sites. Last November, the … Continue reading →

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Spyware masquerades as SMART HDD hard drive utility

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Michelle Manke

If a “SMART HDD” window pops up your screen indicating that there are problems with your hard drive, STOP and call the Help Desk immediately. This program is spyware and could seriously damage your computer. If the Help Desk is … Continue reading →

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Printing problems resolved

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Michelle Manke

We believe that all of yesterday’s printing problems have been resolved. If the printer in your area was updated yesterday, you will need to reset your print PINs. For instructions, see: http://www.snc.edu/techsupport/docs/printpins.html Also, Windows users may need to reset their … Continue reading →

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