Information Technology

Technology Checklist:

The following checklist contains some of the things you may need to complete before arriving, and lists common items you may want to bring with you. Please contact IT (phone: (309) 556-3900; e-mail: it@iwu.edu) if you have any questions.

Bringing a Computer?

  • Install virus protection
  • Turn on antivirus automatic updates
  • Install spyware protection
  • Turn on Windows or Mac Automatic Updates
  • Bring surge suppressor strip
  • Bring 15'-25' Ethernet patch cord

If Applicable:

  • Bring TV coaxial cable
  • Telephone and answering machine
  • Bring USB flash drive
  • Laptop security cable