This policy assigns responsibilities related to computer and software support. The range of computer makes and models, operating system versions, and software versions must be limited to insure adequate support.
Mechanisms are in place to allow for necessary upgrades through the budgetary process.
Any computer and software request must be approved by the Assistant Vice President for Computer and Network Services prior to ordering. CNS is responsible for notification of impending campus-wide upgrades and the impact on current computers and software. CNS is responsible for providing upgrade instructions for licensed campus-wide software. Computer and Network Services is responsible for providing computer and peripheral device maintenance and repair. Computer and Network Services is responsible for maintaining an inventory of computers and software connected to the campus network.