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Mesa State College Computer Use Policy

Mesa State College is responsible for securing its network and computing system in a reasonable and economically feasible manner against unauthorized access and/or abuse, while making them accessible for authorized and legitimate users. This responsibility includes informing users of expected standards of conduct and the punitive measures for not adhering to them. Any attempt to violate the provisions of this policy will result in disciplinary action, which may include revocation of user accounts.

Violations of the MSC Computer Use Policy are considered infractions of student behavior. Suspected violations will be handled by the Associate Director of Computing and Network Systems. Students who violate this policy may be referred to the Campus Hearing Officer depending on the severity of the
infraction.

The users of the network are responsible for respecting and adhering to local, state, federal and international laws. Any attempt to break those laws through the use of the network may result in litigation against the offender by the proper authorities. If such an event should occur, Mesa State College will fully comply with the authorities to provide any information necessary for the litigation process.

The use of any computing resources on any Mesa State College campus, or connected to any Mesa State College network, signifies an acceptance of the following policies:

1) Students, faculty, and staff of Mesa State College have priority in the use of all computing resources.

2) Computing resources in public areas may not be used for recreational chats, games or display of images that creates a visibly hostile environment.

3) All use is subject to the Mesa State College Electronics Communications Policy, in addition to other College policies, common carrier policies and all applicable state and federal laws.