Certain programs constitute a network security risk and may not be installed on Richard Bland College Computers or those connected to the RBC network. For example,  Instant Messaging and file sharing programs can provide a malicious user with a method of transferring a Trojan Horse virus.    This section of the RBC Intranet web site provides a current list of these programs.   FTP and telnet protocols may be used only with specific approval of the IT staff.  Other programs that consume significant resources or affect PC performance may also be prohibited on a case-by-case basis.

This list is continuously growing and changing.