Summary

      
To establish guidelines governing the use and connection of networking devices on the University's Data Communications Network. This policy applies to all university networked devices, ranging from multi-user systems to single user personal computers. This includes networked printers, mini-hubs, routers, switches, and any other network communication devices, which are connected to the university's network.  The individual with primary responsibility is the Network Administrator and the back-up designee.

The university provides network access and capabilities through the Network Services Division of the University Information Technologies Department. The guidelines listed below are required in order to provide the university a reliable and stable networking platform.

Guidelines  

  
All networking equipment connected to the university network must first be registered and approved by Network Services Division of the University Information Technologies Department.  The responsible parties with problem network devices and/or services will be notified and expected to correct the problem in a timely manner.  Any networked devices or services that degrade the quality for service on the network, will result in termination of network service to that device until the correction occurs.  Activities, which interfere with the operation of the network, are prohibited. These include but are not limited to the propagation of computer worms, network sweeps, network probing, viruses, or Trojan horses.

Violations of this policy will be handled in accordance with William Woods University policies and procedures.