ITS
(Information Technology Services) is responsible for securing the
University’s network and computing systems in a reasonable and
economically feasible manner against unauthorized access and/or abuse,
while making them accessible for authorized and legitimate users.
This responsibility includes informing users of expected standards
of conduct. Any attempt to violate the provisions of this policy will
result in immediate disciplinary action, regardless of the success
or failure of the attempt. The disciplinary action may include permanent
loss of all computer accounts, suspension (for students), dismissal
(for employees), and/or legal prosecution. This disciplinary action
may be administered by University Police (consistent with University
policies) and/or the FBI.
The
users of the network are responsible for respecting and adhering to
local, state, federal and international laws. Users who violate any
such laws will be subject to prosecution and/or litigation. If such
an event should occur, the University will fully comply with any complainants
to provide any information necessary for prosecution and/or litigation.
All activity on the University network is recorded and may be turned
over to the appropriate legal authority.
SECTION
1: GENERAL COMPUTING POLICY
1.1 All computer
systems that are the property of the State of South Carolina should
only be used for work related business.
1.2 Any unauthorized,
deliberate action which violates posted policy, damages or disrupts
a computing system, alters its normal performance, or causes it to
malfunction is prohibited regardless of system location or time duration.
1.3 Only software
relevant to the users work related duties should be installed on a
computer system. A list of software supported by ITS is available
on request.
1.4 The copying
or sharing of copyrighted materials, software, video and audio files
(including MPEG files) without the express written permission of the
owner or the proper licensing authority is prohibited.
1.5 Due to the
increased risk of electronically transmitted viruses, it is suggested
that software upgrades, installation files, and other executable files
(*.exe files) should only be downloaded and installed from the Internet
after consultation with ITS staff. This includes executable files
(*.exe) attached to Electronic Mail messages, but does not include
document files such as Word (*.doc) and Excel (*.xls). Individual
users who do not confirm with this policy must take responsibility
for all problems and issues that may subsequently arise.
1.6 Students must have AntiVirus software such as Norton or McAfee on
their computers. (Students are responsible for purchasing the software).
1.7 Students must update Antivirus program definitions
regularly.
1.8 Students must update and patch their operating system
regularly to ensure system integrity and security.
1.9 Use of computer
systems, facilities and/or services for commercial purposes is prohibited.
1.10 The installation
of non-university Routers, Bridges, and similar equipment in Residence
Halls is prohibited.
SECTION
2: NETWORK ACCOUNTS AND SECURITY
Once a user receives
an id to access network and computer systems, the user is responsible
for all actions taken while using that id. As a user of the network,
you may be allowed to access other networks (and/or the computer systems
attached to those networks). Therefore:
2.1 Applying for
a user id under false pretenses is prohibited.
2.2 Sharing your
user id with any other person is prohibited. If someone else uses
your user id, you will be responsible for the actions that other person
appropriated. Sharing of user ids will result in the loss of all computer
accounts through the University.
2.3 Using your
machine as a server on the network (or any directory or file on your
machine) is prohibited unless access is password protected. Any files
considered public should be copied to an appropriate directory on
the network server.
2.4 Deletion,
examination, copying, or modification of files and/or data belonging
to other users without their prior consent is prohibited.
2.5 Attempts to
evade or change resource quotas are prohibited.
2.6 Continued
impedance of other users through mass consumption of system resources,
after receipt of a request to cease such activity, is prohibited.
2.7 Use of systems
and/or networks to gain unauthorized access to remote systems is prohibited.
2.8 Use of systems
and/or networks to connect to other systems, in evasion of the physical
limitations of the remote/local system, is prohibited.
2.9 Use of systems
and/or networks to copy or share copyrighted materials, software,
audio and video files (including MPEG files) is prohibited.
2.10 Decryption
of system or user passwords is prohibited.
2.11 The copying
and/or modification of system files is prohibited.
2.12 Any intentional
attempt to "crash" network systems or programs is prohibited.
2.13 Any attempt
to secure a higher level of privilege on network systems is prohibited.
2.14 The willful
introduction of computer "viruses" or other disruptive/destructive
programs into the organization network or into external networks is
prohibited.
2.15 Any attempt
to intercept and/or monitor network traffic is prohibited.
SECTION
3: ELECTRONIC MAIL
3.1 The Use of
E-mail on the network system is conditional upon the following:
3.2 The E-mail
system is University property and should only be used for work related
purposes.
3.3 The University
reserves the right to monitor E-mail and Internet usage.
3.4 There are
no privacy rights in the creation, sending, or receipt of E-mail.
3.5 In response
to system restrictions and space limitations, no pictures, graphics,
movies, or any other E-mail file attachments should be in the system
without a valid business reason.
Whenever you send
electronic mail, your name and user id are included in each mail message.
You are responsible for all electronic mail originating from your
user id. Therefore:
3.6 Forgery (or
attempted forgery) of electronic mail messages is prohibited.
3.7 Attempts to
read, delete, copy, or modify the electronic mail of other users are
prohibited.
3.8 Attempts at
sending harassing, obscene or threatening email to another user is
prohibited.
3.9 Attempts at
sending junk mail, "for-profit" or chain email is prohibited.
SECTION
5: WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY
5.1 The office of
Information Technology Services is responsible for managing the infrastructure
of Coastal Carolina University Data Network, including wireless network
access. Wireless Access Points (intended for colleges and departments)
must be approved and registered prior to installation. Unapproved Wireless
Access Points will not be allowed to connect to the campus network.
5.2 The installation
of non-university Wireless Access Points, Routers, Bridges, and similar
equipment in Residence Halls is prohibited.
SECTION
6: NEW AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
All technologies
that are not currently in use and operated through ITS (or covered
in this document) must by proposed and accepted by the Web Oversight
and Policy Committee before they can be used on University resources.
This includes all forms of video conferencing, reflector software,
newsgroups, bulletin boards, and mailing lists.
SECTION 7: HARDWARE SANITIZATION
The Division of State Information Technology (DSIT) mandates that all equipment (e.g. computers and electronic media) that may contain intellectual property or personal information must be sanitized prior to transfer for other uses or for disposal. Departments should consult with their designated Information Resource Consultants (IRCs) prior to disposing of any computer equipment. The complete Hardware Sanitization Policy can be found at: http://cio.sc.gov/NR/rdonlyres/DD63AC0B-A4A3-409B-9827-EA1DE8929F16/0/HWSanitizationPolicy.pdf
