Statement of Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to:
- Facilitate centralized desktop administration.
- Assist with maintaining desktop software licensing compliance.
- Ensure all computers meet minimum security requirements.
Entities Affected by this Policy
Entities affected by this policy include UNLV employees.
Who Should Read this Policy
UNLV employees who use a university-issued computer should read this policy.
Policy
Policy
All university-issued computers will be connected to a centralized computer management system.
Refer to the Office of Information Technology’s Policies and Procedures web page at it.unlv.edu/policies for additional information, including how to request an exception to this policy.
Contacts
Refer to the Office of Information Technology’s Policies and Procedures for a list of individuals who can answer questions about the policy.
Contacts
Definitions
- Centralized Computer Management
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The management of university-owned computers remotely. Automates regular computer support activities such as deploying critical security updates for operating systems and applications; installing software; and tracking inventory for each connected computer.
- Computer
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Any university-issued desktop or laptop listed as property of UNLV/NSHE on the university inventory list, regardless of whether the desktop or laptop is properly labeled or tagged as such.
- Minimum Security Requirements
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Computer system is kept updated to current OIT-approved levels and anti-virus software is installed, active, and using the most current virus definitions.