Changing another user s password is considered a form of harassment and is unethical behavior. Computer information should be treated no differently than the written word. Viewing or using another person's files, programs or data without authorized permission from that user is unethical behavior. Reading unauthorized material is an invasion of privacy. Users will respect the computer systems they utilize and acknowledge others' right of privacy.
Ethical standards apply even when material is left unprotected.
Users should not browse, access, copy or change private and public files for which they have no authorization. Much of the information contained within computer systems is confidential. All users agree to uphold this confidentiality when they obtain a computer account. Electronic mail facilities should not be used to send mass mailings without the prior approval of Computing Services. Electronic mail should never be used to send rude, obscene, harassing, or illegal material, or material that in any way conflicts with the regulations of the University.