# Presentation: 274977

## NCI Computer Services Lecture

**NCI Computer Services Lecture**

**  ****What services do we provide?**
**  ****How can you access them?**

## NCI Computer Services

- _[Section 1:  What Services are Available?](slide3.xml)_
- _[Section 2:  Accessing Services](slide4.xml)_
- _[Section 3:  File Storage](slide5.xml)_
- _[Section 4:  E-mail](slide6.xml)_
- _[Section 5:  Software & Applications ](slide7.xml)_
- _[Section 6:  Security Policies](slide9.xml)_
- _[Section 7: Where do I go for Help?](slide13.xml)_

***Computer Services Orientation***
*Select a topic or click the right arrow to start the orientation*

***NCI Computer Services***

## What Services does NCI Computer Services provide? 

***Available Services***
-  _[What’s Provided](slide3.xml)_

**What Services does NCI Computer Services provide?**
- Services are the things that we will provide to you, if you need them:
- Secured File Storage
- Print Services
- E-mail
- Connections to the Internet
- Access to a Suite of Software and other Applications
- Hardware Recommendations and Loaner Equipment
- Training and Education Opportunities
- Security
- Installation Services and Troubleshooting

_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
**  ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)__ _

## Logging In... 

- When you first turn on your computer you are greeted with the network login screen.

***Section 2:***
***Accessing Services***
*** ***_Network Login_

- Login Prompt - -
-  *Name*
- Enter the user id provided by the Help Desk.  Do not attempt to enter a user name of your choice.
** ***Password*
- Enter “password” as your password for the initial logon screen.  You will be prompted later to change the default password to your personal password.  For guidance on selecting good passwords  _[http://irm.cit.nih.gov/security/pwd_guidelines.html](http://irm.cit.nih.gov/security/pwd_guidelines.html)__ _

_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
** ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)_

## File Storage 

- For storage of electronic data, you are given both personal and shared data storage space.  It is recommended that your files be stored on Home and Group Drives.  Data saved to these drives is backed-up nightly on a scheduled basis.** **NCI prohibits the storage of application software and illicit materials for all storage areas.
* **Personal*
- Home drive (H:) provides a personal data storage space on the network that can only be accessed by the user.
-  *Group*
- Group drive (L:) provides a shared storage space that can only be accessed by authorized users.
-  *Large Storage*
- For users with large data storage needs (e.g., gels, images), arrangements can be made for higher capacity network space.
** ***Remote Home & Group Drive Access*
- Need to access your files on the H: or L: drive while away from NIH.  Connect to the internet using Netscape, go to _remoteapps.nci.nih..gov_

***Section 3:***
***File Storage***
-  _[Options](slide5.xml)_

_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
** ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)_

## E-Mail Services 

- E-mail services offered by NCI:
* **Exchange*
- Microsoft Exchange is the standard e-mail system which includes the Outlook client.  Outlook supports e-mail, calendaring,  (individual or shared), contacts, task management, etc.
** ***Outlook Web Access*
- Your e-mail can also be accessed via the web.  Contact the Help Desk to setup access.  Following setup, connect to the* *NIH Central E-mail Service for the *Outlook Web Access * _[http://owa.nih.gov](http://owa.nih.gov/)_
-  *POP*
- For users who prefer alternative e-mail system, the NCI offers POP mail using the Eudora e-mail client.
-  *POP Web Access*
- Your POP mail account can also be accessed via the internet browser Netscape and Internet Explorer.  Contact the Help Desk for setup information.

***Section 4:***
***E-mail***
-  _[Services](slide6.xml)_

_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
** ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)_

## What are Applications?

***Software & Applications***
-  _[Access](slide7.xml)_
-  _[Availability](slide8.xml)_

**What are Applications?**
- Applications are the software tools used to do your job.
**Applications Access**
- NCI offers a variety of software for the administrative and scientific community. Click on the Windows Start menu to access the list of  core services applications.  A window similar to below should appear.

_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
** ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)_

## What Applications are available? 

- A complete listing of NCI supported software can be found at _[http://dino.nci.nih.gov/support/censoft1.html](http://dino.nci.nih.gov/support/censoft1.html)_
- .
* **Business applications*
- Microsoft and Corel Office suites
-  *Internet applications**  *
- Adobe Acrobat, IP/TV, Netscape, NexTalk, and Real Player
-  *Utility applications**  *
- McAfee, WinZip
-  *Scientific applications*
- Bio-Tools, DNAStar-Laser Gene, End Note, Mac Vector, Photoshop, Reference Manager, Sequencer, and Sigma Plot
-  *Administration applications*
- ADB, IMPAC II, This Fine System, and Visual Status of Funds.

***Section 5:***
***Software & Applications***
-  _[Access](slide7.xml)_
-  _[Availability](slide8.xml)_

_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
** ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)_

***Security Policies****** ***
-  _[Awareness Info](slide9.xml)_
- _[ ](slide10.xml)__[Protecting Data](slide10.xml)_

**Security**
- NCI Computer Services provides security using anti-virus protection and firewalls.  Prompted anti-virus upgrades are implemented on a monthly basis.  However, every three months and in the event of a major outbreak, a forced upgrade is performed on all workstations.
** ***Security, Policies, Guidelines and Regulations***	**_[http://](http://irm.cit.nih.gov/security/sec_policy.html#policy)__[irm.cit.nih.gov/security/sec_policy.html#policy](http://irm.cit.nih.gov/security/sec_policy.html#policy)_
* **Policies on Chain Letters, Passwords, Banners, Remote Access*
* **CIT Security Handbook*
* **Guidance on Selecting Good Passwords*
* **NIH Information Technology Rules of Behavior*
-  *Guidance on Unwanted E-mail, Spam and Chain Letters*
* **Security Guidelines for NIH Remote Access Users*
* **Appropriate Use of NIH E-mail and Internet Services*
- _[http://irm.cit.nih.gov/policy/e-mail&i.html](http://irm.cit.nih.gov/policy/e-mail&i.html)_** **
* **Security Awareness Training*
- _[http://](http://irm.cit.nih.gov/sectrain/)__[irm.cit.nih.gov/sectrain](http://irm.cit.nih.gov/sectrain/)__[/](http://irm.cit.nih.gov/sectrain/)_

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_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
** ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)_

***Security Policies****** ***
-  _[Awareness Info](slide9.xml)_
- _[ ](slide11.xml)__[Protecting Data](slide11.xml)_

** **

_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
** ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)_

**Things NCI Computer Services can do to help**
- There are several things that are implemented to keep your computer and electronic files safe and secure.
** ***NCI Wireless Network*
* **Secure*
* **Available in all NCI buildings now*
* **Updated to meet NIH & industry standards*
* **Data & File Storage*
*Password protected space for all data*
*Nightly backups*
*Access from Macintosh, Unix, Windows*
* **Virus Protection*
- _[/](http://irm.cit.nih.gov/sectrain/)_*Scanning of file and mail servers*
*Updated regularly on Mac’s and PC’s*

***Security Policies****** ***
-  _[Awareness Info](slide9.xml)_
- _[ ](slide12.xml)__[Protecting Data](slide12.xml)_

** **

_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
** ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)_

**Things NCI Computer Services can do to help**
- More information about NCI Computer Support and security can be found at _[http://](http://camp.nci.nih.gov/support/)__[camp.nci.nih.gov](http://camp.nci.nih.gov/support/)__[/support/](http://camp.nci.nih.gov/support/)_
* **Network & Host Security*
*24 x 7 Monitoring and Response*
*Vulnerability scans & computer hardening*
*Network firewalls and filtering (http, ftp, NetBIOS, etc)*
*Response to intrusions and attacks*
* **New Security Initiatives*
* **NCI Computer services Support and Resources for Science*

***Security Policies****** ***
-  _[Awareness Info](slide9.xml)_
- _[ ](slide9.xml)__[Protecting Data](slide9.xml)_

**Things you can do to help yourself**
- More information about NCI Computer Support and security can be found at _[http://](http://camp.nci.nih.gov/support/)__[camp.nci.nih.gov](http://camp.nci.nih.gov/support/)__[/support/](http://camp.nci.nih.gov/support/)_
**Do**
** ***Take IT Security Awareness Training*
* **PC START menu; Core Services Apps; Training or*
* *_[http://camp.nci.nih.gov/support/sec](http://camp.nci.nih.gov/support/sec/)__[/](http://camp.nci.nih.gov/support/sec/)_* or *
* *_[http://irtesctraining.nih.gov/](http://irtesctraining.nih.gov/)_* *
* **Use NIH Parachute for dial-up remote access*
-  *Use NIH VPN for cable or DSL remote access*
* **Store files and e-mail on network drives*
* **Use strong passwords*
* **Change passwords at least every six months*
**Don’t**
* **Share your password or leave it in plan sight*
* **Save important data on unprotected local hard drives*
* **Leave your computer accessible overnight*
* **Create your own remote access methods*
* **Bring up wireless access points*

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_**To Obtain Services**_**:**
** ****Contact  the NIH Help Desk on 301-496-4357 or via e-mail at **_[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)_

## NIH Help Desk – Your connection to Computer Services 

***Help?***
*** ***_***[Operation](slide13.xml)***_

**NIH Help Desk – Your connection to Computer Services**
- The Help Desk is your main point of contact for all Computer Services and they provides installation services of network, computer hardware and software and troubleshooting.
* **Request for Service*
- Contact the Help Desk at 496-4357 or e-mail to _[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)__ _for assistance.
-  *Service*
- Your call will be answered by a Customer Service Representative (CSR).  If the CSR is unable to assist you, a technician will be dispatched to diagnose and resolve the service request. Whenever service calls cannot be resolved in a timely fashion, a loaner PC is provided during the service period.
-  *Response time  *
- The response time for urgent service calls is 2 hours, new installations and all non-urgent service calls is 16 hours.
-  *Quality Assurance*
- Within a few days of  completion of the service call, you will be contacted to verify the completeness of the service request.

## When all else fails.....   

- Contact the NIH Help Desk
- At your service –
-   Call Us -  301-496-4357
-   E-mail Us -   _[helpdesk@nih.gov](mailto:helpdesk@nih.gov)__ _

***Section 7:***
***Help?***
*** ***_***[Operation](slide13.xml)***_