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Virtual Integrity
Once the software installs, you start it up and see a list of the pro
grams in your computer’s Start Menu. You can check off the ones
you want to block, tell it how long to block them, and then get to
work. If you ever give in to temptation and try to start the blocked
programs, a dialogue box pops up telling you how much longer
until the programs are available again.17
One warning: software like this should not be loaded onto work
computers without complying with relevant policies and procedures.
My hope is to see these types of personal productivity tools, as well
as accountability software, built into future versions of enterprise-
wide filters from the leading security vendors.
The University of Michigan has launched a service that helps stu
dents avoid unintentionally infringing on copyrighted material. Called
“Be Aware You’re Uploading” (BAYU), this system detects when stu
dents in residence halls upload files using peer-to-peer technology
to access content. An informational website contains school policies,
helpful advice, and practical steps ifyou receive an e-mail notification
from the BAYU system. Here’s a sample from their website:18
You can:
1. Disable peer-to-peer file sharing applications on your system
to reduce the likelihood that you will share copyrighted files
or expose yourself to computer viruses or o ther unwanted
access to your computer;
2. Completely remove peer-to-peer file sharing applications on
your system to avoid the risks associated with peer-to-peer file
sharing technology (there are numerous important and lawful
applications, some ofwhich are used routinely in academic and
classroom settings, so this is not always possible or desirable).
Step
3.
Installing and Configuring Products
Installing and configuring the software can be a daunting task.
While most software will load easilywith helpful wizards, things can
get confusing if you customize your installation. For this reason,
many just go with the default settings (or keep hitting the “next”
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