Workstations should not be left unattended during a signed-on session. Employees are responsible that data they transfer or download are virus-free. The company reserves the right to review and intercept both business and personal messages sent or received on its system. Company-specific trade secrets, products, processes, or other information not generally known in the industry may not be revealed. Remedies, breaches, and arbitration matters must be addressed by the company legal department.
Some employment laws vary by state.
Internet Policy Internet access is provided specifically for business purposes, i.e., education and work-related research. Observe copyright laws when using material from the Internet. Customer and client lists and data on individuals may not be copied or used in any manner not consistent with the business purpose of the firm. A description of mailbox limits, message and attachment size limits, time length for backup and storage of sent and deleted items, and a reference to the electronic communications policy. A caution against sending companywide email messages.