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The OIT Virus Notification Program

"What anti-virus software can I download from the university? How do I install it? How do I update it?"

If you are a University of Maryland College Park student, faculty, or staff member, you can download free anti-virus software to your Windows or Macintosh computer or pick up a copy of the Getting Connected CD at the OIT Helpdesk.

Use the following tables below to download, install, upgrade, and update the anti-virus software for your Windows or Macintosh operating system:


McAfee VirusScan Enterprise (VirusScan 8.5i) for Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista

Note: This is the most current version of the VirusScan for Windows 2000/XP/Vista systems.
Operating System Download, Install, and Update
Latest Computer Version
Patch Update
Windows 2000/XP/Vista Includes Patch 4 Download, Install, and Update Patch 4
Information
Windows 2000/XP/Vista Patch 5 only Download, Install, and Update Patch 5 Information

McAfee VirusScan Enterprise (VirusScan 8i) for Windows 2000 and Windows XP

Note: This is the most current version of the VirusScan for Windows 2000 and XP systems.
Operating System Download, Install, and Update
Latest Computer Version Includes Patch 15
Patch 15 Update
Windows 2000 Professional and
Windows XP (Home and Professional)
Download, Install, and Update Patch Information

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About McAfee VirusScan Enterprise (VirusScan 8i)


Virex Anti-Virus Software for Macintosh systems

There are two steps you should follow in order to use the Virex anti-virus software to protect your computer.

  1. Download and Install the software / Purchase the CD
  2. Update the software--the software is USELESS if it is not up-to-date and kept up-to-date on a regular basis
Operating System Download and Install Update
Macintosh systems running OS 9 and earlier Download Update
Macintosh systems running OS X 10.2.8 (Jaguar) - OS X 10.3.9 (Panther) Download Update
Macintosh systems running OS X 10.4.4 (Tiger) - OS X 10.5.x (Leopard) Download Update

To learn how to sign up to receive alerts via e-mail about any new viruses that threaten the university, click on the Virus Notification Page.

To return to the main VNP web page, click on the the Virus Notification Program FAQ.

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