Some agreements restrict the use of software to certain equipment.
Unauthorized use of this software will be viewed the same as unauthorized copying. Copyright law also holds that multiple-loading from one disk to multiple machines is a violation unless allowed by a license. Since the university does not require, request, or condone unauthorized copying or use of computer software, such action is not considered to be taken in the course of employment. As a result, the university will not provide legal defense for individuals who may be accused of making unauthorized copies of software even if these individuals maintain that such action was taken in the course of their employment. If the university is sued or fined because of unauthorized copying or use by students, faculty, or staff, it may seek payment from the individuals as well as subject them to disciplinary action that may include dismissal.