It is expected, therefore, that persons using the computer systems and services will do so in a responsible fashion, including conserving computer resources and being considerate of other users. The College views abuse of computer facilities and services as a serious offense. As a matter of general policy, files stored on central computer systems are not examined. However, files are regularly copied as a part of the normal backup procedures.
Some central systems collect usage information for analysis and accounting of computer use.
While the assimilation of these data is not routinely announced to users, no attempt is made to conceal the fact of their collection. However, the policy of Academic Computing Services is that programs retaining information which could serve to identify persons using them must inform users that such information is being collected. All users of The College of Wooster's computing facilities are responsible for understanding the principles set forth above.