Computer User Policies
Version 1.0, April 2002

Town of Bridgewater Computer User Guidelines

 ·        Shut computers off when not in use.  By leaving your computer on, you are not only wasting power, your computer is susceptible to power hits and damage during electrical storms and power outages.

·        Do not open emails or attachments from strangers.  They often contain viruses.

·        Use caution when downloading from the Internet, many files contain viruses.

·        Never reveal your passwords to anyone.

·        Always when away from you computer log out or lock you workstation.

·        Store files on network drive when ever possible.  The Network drive is backed up frequently so if your computer crashed your file can be restored

·        Keep the “Recycle Bin” on your desktop empty to free up disk space.

·        Delete Temporary Internet Files and Cookies to free up disk space.  It can be found in Tools ->Internet Options in the File menu of Internet Explorer. 

·        Run Disk Defragmenter from the System Tools menu at least once a month to maintain good performance from your computer.

·        To prevent viruses, check to see if your definition files are up to date by opening your virus protection and click the Update Deffiles button.
  

For questions or comments, please contact Brad at bdzierzak@bridgewaterma.org