In order to facilitate the changing computing needs of TSS staff and students, the IC maintains a testbed of 3 machines. When a user's allotted time is over, they must release the computer to the next user, regardless of the status of their work.
Testing always has priority over any other purpose.
The testbed co-exists with student employees' office space. Use of testbed machines for other office work is inappropriate allocation of space and resources. The H.C. has the prerogative to either set up the machine or simply track the proposed changes to be made by the user. The user will return the computer to its original configuration when the user has completed their testing, including removing all software and hardware installed. Any abuse or misuse of the testbed will not be tolerated and serve as grounds for revocation of testbed privileges.