Are there restrictions on how I may use my IU computing accounts?

According to the Indiana University policy regarding appropriate use of information technology resources:

Use of Indiana University information technology resources is restricted to purposes related to the university's mission of research and creative activity, teaching and learning, and civic engagement.

Additionally:

Computing resources and network capacity may not be used for illegal purposes. Examples of illegal purposes include:

• Intentional harassment of other users
• Intentional destruction of or damage to equipment, software, or data belonging to IU or other users
• Intentional disruption or unauthorized monitoring of electronic communications
• Unauthorized copying and/or distribution of copyrighted material

Use of IU computing resources and networks must adhere to all IU policies. For a list of current information technology policies, see:

Also see:

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