Information Technology

Security tools

Security tools for your PCC computer

  • Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) at PCC:
    • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a security process in which a user provides two or more pieces of evidence, or “factors,” to verify their identity. These factors can include something the user knows (e.g., a password), something the user has (e.g., a phone), or something the user is (e.g., a fingerprint).
  • Patching at PCC:
    • Patching is required for all PCC Computers to ensure security across the district.
  • Anti-Virus at PCC:
    • PCC Uses FireEye as an antivirus/cyber security service.
  • Drive Encryption at PCC:
    • Windows Devices
      • PCC uses BitLocker Encryption to ensure that if a device is lost or stolen, the contents of the device will be nearly impossible for someone to access.
    • Mac Devices
      • PCC uses FileVault Encryption to ensure that if a device is lost or stolen, the contents of the device will be nearly impossible for someone to access.
    • Email Encryption:
      • PCC Utilizes Virtru to encrypt emails sent from pcc.edu Google email addresses.

Security tools for your home computer

Thanks to a rising level of cybercrime and the costs associated with it, the security software industry and interest groups are growing rapidly. The good news for you is that you don’t have to pay a lot to keep your personal computer secure. Many of these applications are free for home use.

Computer security applications

These applications are provided for home computer users only. They are not authorized to be installed on PCC computers. The license agreements do not support institutional use. Do not install these applications on a PCC computer without formal permission from IT.

If you cannot find what you need, try searching using your favorite Internet search engine.

Disclaimer: Portland Community College is not affiliated with the tools described herein or their authors. Further, the College is not responsible for their use, or loss, or damages resulting from their use. These tools are provided by the vendors for private use. This page should not be construed as an endorsement for any particular vendor. PCC urges everyone to research the benefits and risks associated with any new piece of software. Please fully read, understand, and if possible, save the Terms of Use (TOU) that comes with the software before installing.