This should be taken in the broadest possible sense. Access to networks and computer systems owned or operated by USF imposes certain responsibilities and obligations and is granted subject to USF policies and local, state, and federal laws. Appropriate use should always be legal, be ethical, reflect academic honesty, reflect community standards, and show restraint in the consumption of shared resources. Below is a summary of this policy with references to the appropriate sections of the full policy available from the University. The Computer and Network Appropriate Usage Policy applies USF-wide.
Privacy is to be preserved to the greatest extent possible, but use is at a user's own risk.
Employ high standards of academic honesty and integrity. Damage files, equipment, software, or data belonging to others. Install unauthorized devices on the USF network. These guidelines are intended to supplement, not replace, all existing laws, regulations, agreements, and contracts which currently apply to these services. Please see the complete policy for details on these guidelines, plus further guidelines for individuals and campus units who operate computers or networks.