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If you do not read anything else, read the following!Methodist University Computer Use PolicyThe University reserves the right to modify and/or expand this policy at any time.1. All users shall respect the privacy of other users. This means that no users will attempt to access,copy, or disrupt the use of information that belongs to others. This includes e-mail files. Proscribedbehavior includes any attempt to or any hacking behavior. Any unauthorized attempt to accesscampus resources or any disruptive behavior on campus networks or systems will be dealt withimmediately and severely.2. All users shall abide by copyright laws. This means that copying or use of programs or files thatare not licensed to the user is forbidden. If you do not own a copy of a program, you cannot load iton your computer. You cannot load multiple copies of programs for which you do not own multiplelicenses. If computer software is loaded on a Methodist University computer and no license can beproduced for the software, the computer staff will remove the software from the computer.3. All users that are authorized to use the Methodist University Student Information System arerequired to exercise diligence and discretion to ensure that confidential information contained withinthe Methodist University Student Information System is protected against unauthorized disclosure.This means safeguarding passwords, as well as informing the Computer Services staff immediatelywhen a user suspects that security has been compromised. Each user is required to obtain a uniqueaccount and password and use only that account and password. Users are also required to log offany terminal when they are physically away from the keyboard. Each user must confine the use ofthe information contained in the Methodist University Student Information System to official needs.Individual users must not allow unauthorized parties to load software on their systems, and theymust not download information onto removable media without proper authorization.4. All users shall follow appropriate standards of civility and conduct and respect the feelings of otherswhen engaged in communication. This means that all users will identify themselves and restrainfrom any behavior or communication that might be considered harassing, discriminatory, or in anyway calculated to cause discomfort or embarrassment to readers or users of the communication.5. All users shall use Methodist University computing resources for University related work consistentwith the stated mission of the University. This means that no one shall use University resources forpersonal financial gain or any activity that would jeopardize the tax-exempt status of the University.The University will not be responsible for unauthorized debts or obligations incurred by users.6. All users will realize that, although there is no set bandwidth, CPU time, or other limit applicable to allusers of Methodist University computing resources, Methodist University may require users of theseresources to limit or refrain from specific uses in accordance with the principles stated elsewherein this policy. The reasonableness of any particular use will be judged in the context of all of therelevant circumstances at the time.7. All users shall abide by all applicable state and federal law pertaining to communications. Thisincludes the sending of chain letters on the Internet, which is a violation of federal law.8. All violations of the above policies will be investigated by University authorities and/or law enforcementagencies. At such time that a violation is discovered, the Computer Services staff will take theappropriate action to immediately curtail the activity. This includes, but is not limited to, the immediaterevocation of all rights on computer systems at Methodist University. In carrying out an investigationpertaining to the violation of any of the above policies, or the violation of any University policy, itmay become necessary for University authorities to examine files, accounting information, printouts,tapes, or any other materials. For reasons of potential liability, the University reserves the right tomonitor all communications on the University systems. Users should be aware of this fact and thefact that any computer correspondence can be used against them in disciplinary actions within theUniversity disciplinary system, as well as used as evidence in a court of law.9. Penalties for the violations of the above provisions may include, but are not limited to, expulsion,suspension, and discharge from employment and possible prosecution by state and federal authorities.10. Use of the Methodist University computer system(s) signifies acceptance of the Methodist UniversityComputer Use Policy.92