It spells out the general principles regarding the appropriate use of equipment, software, and networks. By adopting this policy, the University recognizes that all members of the University are also bound by local, state, and federal laws relating to copyrights, security, and other statutes regarding electronic media. The policy also recognizes the responsibility of faculty and system administrators to take a leadership role in implementing the policy and assuring that the University community complies with the policy. Policy All members of the University community who use the University's computing, information, and communication resources must act responsibly. Every user is responsible for the integrity of these resources under their control.
Information technology provides important means of communication, both public and private.
The principle of freedom of speech will apply to public communications in all these forms. Access to the University's information technology facilities is a privilege granted to University students, faculty and staff. The University reserves the right to extend, limit, restrict, or deny privileges and access to its information resources. University facilities and accounts are to be used for the activities or purposes for which they are assigned. University computing resources are not to be used for commercial purposes without written authorization from the University.