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Re: Timeout/Lockout Settings


From: "Barros, Jacob" <jkbarros () GRACE EDU>
Date: Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:59:33 -0400

15 minutes for us as well.  There are a few exceptions like an OU for
admissions counselors.  Lock it when you leave it is ideal.  

Jacob Barros
Network Administrator
Grace College


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[mailto:SECURITY () LISTSERV EDUCAUSE EDU] On Behalf Of Adam Richard
Sent: Wednesday, June 10, 2009 10:35 AM
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Subject: [SECURITY] Timeout/Lockout Settings

I am curious to know how other peer institutions are setting up their
timeout/lockout settings.  

How are you enforcing the timeouts (pointsec, windows settings,
screensaver,etc)?

How long must the PC be inactive for the timeout setting to take effect?
Do
the time limits vary based on user?

Thanks all!

Adam Richard '05
IT Security Analyst/Operations Specialist

Messiah College
Hoffman 211
(717) 796-1800 x.6570

One College Ave.
Information Technology Services
Box 3055
Grantham, PA 17027

"ITS will never ask you for your password"

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