Computer Health

Use the following checklists to keep your computer healthy and efficient. These basic actions can and should be completed a few times each year, especially before high-stakes events (assessments, presentations, etc.). 

We recommend making an appointment with our IT team for additional guidance. Please use the button below to access TDS help. 

Mac Tune-Up Checklist

Basic Actions

Complete these actions before exams and/or at least once each academic quarter.

  1. Launch MS Word
  2. Tool Bar Help
  3. Check for Updates

Windows Tune-Up Checklist

Basic Actions

Complete these actions before exams and/or at least once each academic quarter.

  1. Click "Start" and search for "Bitlocker"
  2. Navigate to "Manage Bitlocker"
  3. Suspend Protection
*Do not turn off Bitlocker. Make sure you have a backup copy of your Bitlocker Recovery Key.