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Computer Use Policy
MIT Libraries Computer Use Policy
This policy is part of the Guidelines
for use of the MIT Libraries.
Principles
- Library computers and related equipment are to be used to access
information resources for scholarly, research, or educational needs.
- Users are expected to:
- Respect the rights of other users and abide by all Institute and
Libraries’ policies, as well as all licensing and contractual agreements.
- Use equipment in a safe manner and should not damage equipment
or facilities.
Priority for use
- MIT faculty, students, staff and other current affiliated MIT users
have priority* for accessing electronic resources
and using library computer equipment.
- Outside users may be asked to relinquish computers to MIT faculty,
staff or students at any time.
- Any user may be asked to show valid identification.
- Some computers may provide access to unique and specific resources.
Use of these resources takes priority over other activities on these
computers. These machines may have special access rules that will be
posted.
Computers may not be used for:
- Display of sexually explicit images or sounds. These may create a
hostile environment and could constitute sexual harassment according
to the Institute's policies
on harassment.
- Conducting commercial activity as described in MITnet
Rules of Use.
- Recreational use by outside users.
The MIT Libraries may limit or refuse access to individuals or groups
who fail to comply with these policies.
February 2008
* Federal document access: As
a selective US Federal Depository Library, the MIT Libraries will provide
access to government information in accordance with the requirements
of the Depository
Program. Depository users must adhere to the same standards
of behavior expected of other library patrons.
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Thursday, 16-Jul-2009 07:54:19 EDT
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