As the field of computing is evolving at a rapid rate, we needed to find a way to cover the general aspects of the use of ICTP computing facilities as well as permitting a more flexible way of managing rules of use related to new aspects of computing facilities or to changes in technology. ICTP provides computing resources, network infrastructure, e-mail and other services for the purpose of enabling the scientific community to participate and fulfill the ICTP physics programme.
Resources are limited and intended to be used in the context of official work.
ICTP has a professional standing that it wishes to maintain. Users need to be aware that whatever they place on web pages, send to discussion lists or post to news groups from ICTP computing facilities carries ICTP's name. People wishing their own web sites or e-mail addresses should make use of local Internet Service Providers who offer these services. Access from home via ICTP facilities, such as the Dial-up server, is considered in the same way.