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- Knowledge Base
- Information & Data Security
- Phishing
How to report a suspected phishing or spam email to Bowdoin IT using the Report Message option in Microsoft Outlook. Covers Outlook for macOS, Outlook Online, Outlook for Windows, and Outlook for iOS/iPadOS. No need to forward emails to IT directly.
- Knowledge Base
- Information & Data Security
- Microsoft 365 Data Protection
Step-by-step instructions for completely signing out of Microsoft 365 on all platforms — web browser, Office apps on macOS, Office apps on Windows, mobile devices (iOS/iPadOS and Android), and remotely signing out from all devices at once.
- Knowledge Base
- Information & Data Security
- Antivirus
Explains what to do if you suspect your Bowdoin computer has a virus or malware. Covers CrowdStrike Falcon for faculty and staff computers, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint plus Apple's built-in XProtect for student MacBooks. Includes steps for running a manual scan using Microsoft Defender on macOS.
- Knowledge Base
- Accounts, Passwords, IDs & Access
- Sign-in & Authentication
Bowdoin's password requirements plus strategies for creating strong, memorable passwords — including passphrases, password managers, and common patterns to avoid. Applies to all students, faculty, staff, and emeritus accounts.