> The following information was approved by the UTC Information Technology
> Advisory Council to be sent to each students, faculty, and staff to remind
> each member of the University community our individual responsibilities on
> proper use of campus computers and the UTC network.
>
> Copyright Violations - File Sharing:
>
> The Recording Industry Association of America is starting to sue
> individuals
> for copyright violations using file sharing programs over campus networks
> (see http://news.com.com/2100-1027-995429.html?tag=cd_mh
> <http://news.com.com/2100-1027-995429.html?tag=cd_mh>  ) for other links
>  on this subject.  In addition to creating network congestion, file
> sharing
> applications such as Gnutella, Kazaa, and similar file sharing programs
> can be
> used for illegal purposes involving violation of copyright.  Illegal
> activity by
> students or employees is expressly forbidden at UTC and is subject to
> legal action.
> Respect for intellectual property ownership is a fundamental value in
> academia.
> Copyright infringement is against the law and is also a violation of the
> UTC
> Acceptable use policy.
>
>
> UTC Computer Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) and Responsible Computer/Network
> use:
> With rapidly expanding access to technology and information resources
> comes
> an increased responsibility on the part of each individual.  Please take
> the
> time to read and understand the University's Acceptable Use Policies,
> which
> can be found at http://www.utc.edu/Teaching-Resource-Center/AUP/
> <http://www.utc.edu/Teaching-Resource-Center/AUP/> .  Remember
> that you are responsible for what occurs on your computer, your OneNet
> account (email, web, files), and any other UTC computer account in your
> name.
>
> Virus Protection:
>
> Today's computer viruses can infect unprotected computers with frightening
> speed, spreading to thousands of computers within minutes.  All computers
> connected to UTC's network should run anti-virus program that is kept
> current.
>
> Computer Operating System Updates:
>
> You should also keep your computer's operating system updated to help
> prevent it from being exploited by others and to protect your privacy.
> Windows computers should be checked at http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
> <http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com>
> and set to update automatically whenever possible. Apple computer
> users should contact the Help Desk for update assistance.
>
> The staff of the Information Technology Division is committed to providing
> services that directly support teaching, research, and public service.  We
> appreciate your cooperation and partnership in using these resources
> wisely
> and appropriately. Please contact the HelpDesk for assistance or questions
> on any of these issues: Phone 4000 or email- [log in to unmask]
>
>
        Monty

> Monty Wilson
> University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
> Assistant Vice Chancellor
> Information Technology
> 615 McCallie Ave 4054
> Chattanooga TN 37403
> 423 425-4039  FAX 423 425-2200
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