Virus and Malware Protection

Virus and endpoint protection is critical in order to keep your computer safe.

Security

Students

Windows Defender

Keep your PC safe with trusted antivirus protection built-in to Windows 10. Windows Defender Antivirus delivers comprehensive, ongoing and real-time protection against software threats like viruses, malware and spyware across email, apps, the cloud and the web. Features of Windows Defender include:

  • Microsoft Edge: Windows Defender SmartScreen is built into Microsoft Edge which helps keep you protected from malicious websites and downloads.
  • Windows Firewall: Windows Firewall is designed to keep hackers and malicious software from gaining access to your device through a network or the Internet.
  • Find my Device: If your Windows 10 device is lost or stolen, the Find My Device service can ring, lock, and erase your Windows phone or map the location of your device.

For more information on Window Defender, click here.

Faculty and Staff

CrowdStrike

Virus and endpoint protection is provided to faculty and staff by CrowdStrike. CrowdStrke is automatically pushed to all computers that are centrally managed by NJIT. CrowdStrike provides real time threat protection without slowing down background processing. Unlike legacy antivirus products, CrowdStrike runs in the background and does not appear as an installed application.

Frequently asked questions about CrowdStrike include:

  • What is considered a centrally managed computer? - Any Windows computer that is added to the NJITDM domain. 
  • How do I know whether CrowdStike is installed and running? - Type “Task Manager” into the Windows search bar, click “More details”, and look for “CrowdStrike” under background processes.
  • How do I get CrowdStrike added if it isn’t installed? - If you do not see CrowdStrike please contact the IST Service Desk at https://servicedesk.njit.edu/.      
  • Can I install CrowdStrike on my personal computer? - No. We recommend you use Windows Defender which is included as part of Windows 10.    
  • How can I tell whether my computer is joined to the domain? - To check whether your computer is joined to the domain:
    • Type "My Computer” or "This PC" into the search bar, click right mouse button and select “Properties”
    • Under the “Computer name, domain, and workgroup settings” section look for for the entry: “Domain: njitdm.campus.njit.edu” 
    • If you need your computer added to the domain please contact the IST Service Desk at https://servicedesk.njit.edu/.