Student Handbook 2024-25

Use of access must be for academic activities consistent with the educational objectives of Beacon College. Use of other organization’s network or computing resources must comply with the rules appropriate for that federal or state regulation; otherwise, such use is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, copyright materials, threatening or obscene materials, or material protected by trade secrets. Use of campus computing services for commercial activities is not acceptable. Use for product advertisement or political lobbying is also prohibited. The use of the Internet is a privilege. Inappropriate use will result in cancellation of those privileges. Users are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Limit use to one hour if others are waiting to use the public computers. 2. Be considerate in choice of sites and graphics. The viewing of sexually explicit materials may constitute sexual harassment under federal law. 3. Be polite. Do not use abusive language in messages to others. 4. Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use vulgarities, or any other inappropriate language. Illegal activities are strictly forbidden. 5. Do not reveal personal address or phone numbers of students or colleagues. 6. The unauthorized use or distribution of copyrighted works (including Web page graphics, sound files, trademarks and logos) is prohibited and may provide the basis for disciplinary action, civil litigation and criminal prosecution. 7. Note that electronic mail (e-mail) is not guaranteed to be private. People who support the system do have access to all e-mail. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities. Do not use the network in such a way that you would disrupt the use of the network by other users. All communications and information accessible via the network should be assumed to be private property. Privileges

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