General Principles

1. The issued User ID is for your personal use only.

2. The computing and networking facilities of the University of Windsor support instructional, research, public service, and other intellectual pursuits by students, faculty and staff that re consistent with the university’s mission.

3. Since campus networks enable open scholarly communication on a world-wide basis, they are subject to the acceptable use guidelines established by regional and national networks (e.g. Onet and the Internet). Individuals who make sure of these external networks should familiarize themselves with the applicable guidelines, copies of which are available from Information Technology Services.

4. Anyone using an external network, or an administrative system, requires an unique ID and password.

5. The holder of a computer ID and password is responsible for protecting campus computing facilities from unauthorized access by keeping the password confidential and by changing it regularly.

Acceptable Use

Generally, any computing or network communication activities which fall within these general principles are considered acceptable use of campus computing and networking facilities.

1. Uses that violate federal or provincial laws, or university bylaws and policies such as those concerning information confidentiality.

2. Any uses that unduly interfere with the work of others or with the work of host systems. This includes, but is not limited to: unauthorized use of a computer ID or password; seeking information about, or attempting to modify, the University’s computer security system; and knowingly propagating computer viruses or electronic chain letters.

3. Unauthorized copying of proprietary software, publications for files.

4. Uses of commercial software that in any way violates the applicable licensing agreement.

5. Uses of commercial activities including, but not limited to, distribution of advertising material, offering network information or services for sale or personal gain, and private enterprises.

6. Computer information that portrays either men or women or their body parts in a pornographic or derogatory manner.