Is security a problem if I access ILLiad on a public workstation?
Yes. Web browsers cache information and create a history file on the local workstation. This allows a subsequent user of the workstation to access the system under your name using the browser’s Back button to recall a page from the cache, or by finding a page with your personal information in the browser’s history file. If you are concerned about the security of your interlibrary loan requests, you can take the following steps: • Access ILLiad only from your personal computer or an otherwise secure workstation. • When using a public access workstation exit from the web browser before you leave the workstation. This prevents the Back button from accessing the pages you were using. You can also clear the history and the cache from the browser before exiting the program.
