There are numerous software packages available to detect and remove unwanted software. The College uses Symantec AntiVirus on all College-owned machines. Faculty, staff and public lab machines are updated with current antivirus lists automatically.Students who connect their personal machines to the Dickinson network are required to first have functional, up-to-date antivirus software installed. See the Virus Policy for more information.

Faculty and staff who believe that they may have some form of malware, spyware or adware on their computers should contact the Helpdesk (ext. 1000) for assistance.Students who believe that they may have malware, spyware or adware on their personal computer should contact the ResNet Services Annex for an appointment.