Such files may be examined only to the extent necessary to identify whether the suspected violation has occurred. Users should be aware that any files, which are shared through the university network, are subject to all university rules and regulations. A system administrator in the course of routine maintenance might see the contents of electronic messages and files. The contents of these files and copies on system backup tapes are subject to the liabilities stated in the preceding paragraphs. The Electronic Communications Guidelines provide suggested methods of protection.
Users are responsible for reporting observations of attempted security violation.
If a user knowingly provides access to others through their university network connection, the user is responsible for all violations committed by these persons. In an administrative or academic office, a user accepts full responsibility for all violations that occur on a computer system that has been assigned to that specific user. From a residence hall, home, or apartment connection, a user accepts full responsibility for all violations that occur from any computer system connected to the university network through their connection. In a computer lab, a user accepts full responsibility for all violations that occur while they are logged on to the university network. The following procedure will be enacted upon any violation of this policy.