What is UConn VPN?
When connecting to the Internet from off campus, use the InCHIP VPN or UConn Campus VPN (virtual private network) to encrypt your Internet traffic and provide a secure (encrypted) connection to the UConn network. The Campus VPN is available to all campus members with a NetID. Be aware that most coffee shop/hotel/airport-type wireless is not ...
Why do we need to encrypt passwords?
Passwords and restricted data must be encrypted during transmission to reduce the risk of being intercepted and stolen. Web sites: Web pages that have http s (not http) in the web address (URL) encrypt the information you enter.
What are the security requirements for restricted data?
These include: Truncate, de-identify, or redact restricted data whenever possible. Restricted data may only be stored on appropriately protected systems.
What is Inchip IT policy?
Physical Security: InCHIP IT policy requires that reasonable measures must be taken to ensure the physical security of University computing equipment. This also extends to non-University devices that store or access restricted data. Note: All workstations containing electronic protected health information (ePHI) must be physically secured.
Why is my browser padlock locked?
Many web browsers also have a little locked padlock that appears in the nav bar or a corner of the browser window to indicate that information is being encrypted. Check for these indicators before you enter sensitive or personal information, including your password, online.
What is Inchip IT?
InCHIP IT recommends that work computers allowing remote access are managed by InCHIP to ensure appropriate security.
What is the responsibility of a manager at UConn?
Managers are responsible for making sure that employees engaging in any of the above activities are authorized to do so and receive appropriate education and training on the following information and other applicable UConn, InCHIP, and departmental policies.
Important Information Regarding Your Epic Portal
EpicCare Link at UConn Health is a secure Web portal that offers referring providers easy access to information stored in our EHR regarding their referred and admitted patients.
Added Benefits
Providers with EpicCare Link accounts can place lab orders to be completed at UConn Health from within Link. You can also view results and send result messages, creating a seamless care plan for your patients.
