Internet access via City resources, therefore, must not be used for illegal purposes. The safety and security of the City's network and resources must be considered at all times when using the Internet. Departments should provide employees with appropriate safety guidelines and software for their operations, including DPAC Standard 5.3 on Virus Protection. Individual users are responsible for adhering to applicable department policies or section 5.2.3.7 of this policy when downloading resources from the Internet. There is a wide variety of information on the Internet.
Some individuals find some information on the Internet offensive or otherwise objectionable.
Individual users should be aware that the City has no control over and can therefore not be responsible for the content of information available on the Internet. 5.2.3.7 Departments should set rules or guidelines for the types of communications authorized via the Internet. 5.2.3.7b Resources which involve executable or binary files must not be downloaded without being properly scanned for viruses. 5.2.3.7c Resources which are not used for a clear City purpose must not be accessed or downloaded. 5.2.3.7d Resources of any kind, for which there is a fee, must not be accessed or downloaded without prior approval of a supervisor.