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Configuration Standards for Category 1 Computers



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Below is the required configuration and required software for Category 1 computers for use by Baylor employees. Category 1 computers are defined as the primary office computer assigned to one employee. Installation of all Category 1 computers should be performed by ITS-Client Services Installs unless an exception has been approved by ITS-Security.

Configuration

  • All computers (Windows and Mac OS) must be bound to Active Directory

  • All laptops and some desktops as determined by ITS-Security must have PGP installed and all disk(s) encrypted.

  • No local accounts outside of ITS service accounts can be present

  • All computers must be configured to use the appropriate Software Update Service:

    • Windows - Windows Server Update Service

    • Mac OS X - Open Directory Software Update Management

Software

  • LANDesk must be installed and computer should be scanning into the server on a regular basis

  • Symantec AV Endpoint Protection must be installed and kept up to date

  • Tivoli must be installed and computer should be connected to the server on a regular basis, unless an Opt-Out form is on file with ITS for the computer

Updated: September 20, 2011

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