Access Privileges Access to hardware, software and networks is provided to members of the University for the primary purpose of enhancing the academic experience. Members of the University community may apply for the right to use computer resources through authorized computer accounts. To be granted the use of a computer account, users must agree to abide by certain rules and regulations related to appropriate, legal and ethical use of University computing systems. Users do not own accounts on University computers, but are granted the privilege of their use. Information technology resources are the property of the University.
Rules prohibiting misuse, theft, or vandalism apply to all software, data, and physical equipment.
This includes University owned data, as well as data stored on university computing resources by individuals. Additionally, misuse can be prosecuted under applicable statutes. Users will be held accountable for their conduct under any applicable university policies or procedures, or state or federal laws and regulations. Knowingly running or installing on any computer system or network, or giving to another user a program intended to damage or to place excessive load on a computer system or network. This includes, but is not limited to, programs known as computer viruses, Trojan Horses and worms.