NSU Acceptable Use Policy Form

Generally, I will not deliberately interfere with the use of computer systems or networks by others, nor attempt to diminish the general usefulness of the systems or networks. I acknowledge the necessity for network managers to limit certain resources such as processing time, disk space and network access when necessary as a function of responsible system management.

In addition to NSUnet campus access, I understand that I am being granted free access to off-campus networks such as the Internet. I agree to abide by acceptable use policies for traffic on all networks as follows:

A.	The purpose of the network is to support university related communication, research and other scholarly activities.
B.	Commercial for-profit use is not acceptable.
C.	Any use which adversely affects the operation of NSUnet and/or the Internet or jeopardizes the performance of the network or its use by other members may be judged improper. Document size may be limited.
D.	Mass distribution of materials (e.g., listservs such as 00000000@nsuok.edu) must be approved by the appropriate Dean or Director.

Federal, State and local statutes may apply to use of computing networks. Based upon existing Oklahoma statutes, electronic mail involving State-owned computing and network equipment may be considered public record after it has been read.

Pornography and/or sexual harassment laws may apply when material that may be considered objectionable is viewed in electronic or printed form in the presence of others.

I understand that upon violation of the terms of this agreement, as determined by the office of the appropriate Vice President, Northeastern State University retains the right to deny any or all future computing privileges. I understand that I may be subject to disciplinary action, as well as legal action in accordance with University policy, copyright laws and license agreements.