Knox College Policy on Acceptable Use of Information Technology Resources

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Acceptable use always is ethical, reflects academic honesty, and shows restraint in the consumption of shared resources. It demonstrates respect for intellectual property, ownership of data, system security mechanisms, and individuals' rights to privacy and to freedom from intimidation and harassment. It does not bring the reputation of the College into disrepute.

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In making acceptable use of resources, the user must NOT: ... Use mail or messaging services to harass or intimidate another person, for example, by broadcasting unsolicited or anonymous messages, by repeatedly sending unwanted mail, or by using someone else's name or user ID. ... 

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