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All users of the Internet through the DBU computer network must conform to DBU policy for use of its computer facilities and also conform to all federal and state laws. Use of the Internet should be consistent with DBU's emphasis on Christian values and guidelines. The DBU user is responsible for his/her actions while using campus computer network services, including the Internet. While a limited, reasonable amount of personal use is permissible, access of the Internet through the DBU network should generally relate to University matters and educational uses. USE OF THE DBU NETWORK FOR PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. Server failures and other computer problems will sometimes occur. Despite having an excellent computer staff, the University makes no warranty or guarantee about the operation of its computers, network, or access to the Internet.
The Internet is not to be accessed through the DBU network by any individual using another person's login and password. The person to whom an account is assigned will be held responsible for activities that take place with that account.
The posting of any Internet messages by DBU users, including through a "LISTSERV" group, which purport to have or indicate sponsorship by the University, is prohibited unless specifically authorized in advance by the appropriate vice president.
It is required that you have an active anti-virus scanning program running on your PC. You must have an update subscription service to keep your virus patterns up-to-date. If found without this software, your Internet privileges may be revoked.
Spyware is becoming a more prevalent way of attacking your PC from the Internet. We require that you download some type of spyware scanning program. Please see Computer & Technology for software suggestions. A free anti-virus and anti-Spam product can be downloaded at www.dbu.edu/computers.
Use of the DBU computer network, including access to the Internet, is a privilege, not a right. It may be revoked at any time for misuse. Examples of misuse include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Attempts to find out another user�s password or attempts to �break into� another user�s account. A computer, computer account, or electronic mail account assigned to an individual must not be used by others without explicit permission from DBU. You are responsible for proper password protection;
- Attempts to circumvent authentication procedures;
- Use of another user�s dorm connection to the DBU network;
- Use of any equipment which interferes with or disrupts the use of the DBU network services of other users;
- Any attempt to �hack� or otherwise break into or disrupt service;
- Deliberate acts which jeopardize the integrity of any computer equipment, systems, programs, or any other stored information, including the deliberate propagation of computer viruses;
- Attempts to make unauthorized copies of software or otherwise violate applicable copyright laws;
- Disconnection, connections, or switching of any DBU equipment including printers, servers, etc.;
- Failure to follow the university E-mail and Internet policies; conduct which violates the DBU Student Handbook;
- Fraudulent, harassing, or obscene messages and/or materials are not to be sent, viewed, or stored. Electronic communications facilities (such as E-mail) are for university related activities only. E-mail and Internet access can be monitored by the university at any time. Chain letters and other forms of mass mailings are not allowed;
- Loading or installing personal software onto the network;
- Use of DBU computers, printers and other equipment or accounts for commercial or non-university related purposes;
- Modifying or tampering with network services, wiring, and ports in your room. This includes extending the network beyond the single network outlet (using a hub, wireless access point, Remote Access Servers, Routers, tunneling NETBIOS etc.);
- Establishing a server (for example, game servers) or providing a service that utilizes the shared university bandwidth;
- Establishing a multi-homed server, which could cause denial of service to other residents;
- Registering an outside domain host name that refers to an IP address within the dbu.edu domain;
- Using or enabling any other protocol other than TCP/IP (IPX/SPX, NetBios, NetBeui, etc.);
- Only certain wireless devices are allowed on our network at this time, please check with Computer & Technology for the currently accepted wireless devices. Accepted devices include: Laptops, Desktop workstations, PDA and Cellular Phones. NOT accepted are wireless printers and gaming devices.
- Any wireless device or other network device found in unauthorized usage on the DBU network will be confiscated without notice and held pending disciplinary action.
- Placing unlawful information on a system;
- Copyright and patent infringements;
- Participation in gambling;
- Plagiarism;
- Creating, downloading, or sending viruses;
- Commercial purposes, such as operating a business;
- No Proxy usage that bypasses DBU Policies.
- No system or network files may be copied from the DBU servers to your DBU personal account or removable media;
- No system or network files may be copied from external sources to my DBU personal account or into the DBU file servers, or run from removable media;
- No broadcast messages may be sent from my DBU account to anyone through the use of any system message utility;
- No student will be allowed to configure any part of his system for sharing with another student. This includes hard drives, printers and other such resources or peer-to-peer functionality.
- No global messages (such as E-mail messages) can be sent without the approval of both Student Affairs and the Director of Computer & Technology;
- Sending or downloading large files (anything over 5 Megabytes).
- No wireless AD HOC connections are not allowed, due to other users connecting through your computer to the DBU Network.
- Changing your IP number to anything other than the one assigned to you by Computer & Technology.
- Using any File Sharing Agents such as Kazaa, Morpheus, iMesh or any other programs like these. This also includes Windows File & Print Sharing.
- Due to wireless interference, it is prohibited to have a 2.4 GHz phone in your dorm or apartment. If you are found with this device it will be confiscated.
Violations of this policy will result in disciplinary action. The University has the ability to identify Internet addresses accessed by campus users and may periodically monitor such usage. Attaching to the monitoring system and not DBU�s wireless system will also result in disciplinary actions.
Dallas Baptist University is not legally responsible for the personal online activities or publications of individuals, which are solely a result of their individual, independent judgment. Persons who use the resources and equipment of DBU to individually publish any opinions, material, or other information expressly assume all responsibility and liability for that publication and waive any right to make claims against the University for injury or damages resulting from that use. This includes claims for libel as well as copyright and patent infringement.
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