Computing and Library Regulations and Guidelines

Use of the electronic resources to which the University Library subscribes is restricted by licenses to educational purposes only. It is important that these resources are not used for any commercial purpose. Resources can also only be used in accordance with the copyright restrictions outlined in licenses.

Follow these guidelines to ensure your use of IT facilities is acceptable:

• Computing facilities are provided for academic study and work purposes
• Limited personal use of these facilities is acceptable as long as it does not interfere with academic study or work, or contravene any University regulations.
• Do not use or attempt to use any systems for which you are not authorised.
• Do not use a workstation which has been logged in by another user without permission
• Keep your username and password secure, do not share them with others
• Do not attempt to find out or use anyone else's username and password
• Do not modify the configuration of your system without authority
• Access to 'inappropriate sites' on the Internet is blocked automatically, do not attempt to bypass this system or download pornographic, criminal or offensive material.
• Do not install or make use of unlicensed software
• Do not send emails that are libellous, might bring discredit or embarassment to the University
• Be aware that your use of the facilities (i.e. emails, Internet usage) may be monitored.