Research Master's in Nanoscience

Computing policies in the Korta building

Rights and Responsibilities
Computers and networks can provide access to resources on and off campus, as well as the ability to communicate with other users worldwide. Such open access is a privilege, and requires that individual users act responsibly. Users must respect the rights of other users, respect the integrity of the systems and related physical resources, and observe all relevant laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.
The legal owner of the computers in the facilities of the Centro de Física de Materiales (CFM) is the CFM itself. Therefore, system administrators may access user files as required to protect the integrity of computer systems. In addition, system administrators may access or examine files or accounts that are suspected of unauthorized use or misuse, or that have been corrupted or damaged.

Existing Legal Context
All UPV/EHU regulations and policies apply, including not only those laws and regulations that are specific to computers and networks, but also those that may apply generally to personal conduct.

Misuse of computing facilities
Computers shall be used for academic purposes. Misuse of computing, networking, or information resources may result in the restriction of computing privileges. Additionally, users may be held accountable for their conduct under any applicable University or campus policies, procedures, or collective bargaining agreements. Complaints alleging misuse of campus computing and network resources will be directed to those responsible for taking appropriate disciplinary action.
Examples of misuse include, but are not limited to, the activities in the following list.
* Using a computer account that you are not authorized to use.
* Obtaining a password for a computer account without the consent of the account owner.
* Using the Campus Network to gain unauthorized access to any computer systems.
* Knowingly performing an act which will interfere with the normal operation of computers, terminals, peripherals, or networks.
* Knowingly running or installing on any computer system or network, or giving to another user, a program intended to damage or to place excessive load on a computer system or network. This includes but is not limited to programs known as computer viruses, Trojan horses, and worms.
* Attempting to circumvent data protection schemes or uncover security loopholes.
* Violating terms of applicable software licensing agreements or copyright laws.
* Deliberately wasting computing resources.
* Using electronic mail to harass others.
* Masking the identity of an account or machine.
* Posting materials on electronic bulletin boards that violate existing laws or the University's codes of conduct.
* Attempting to monitor or tamper with another user's electronic communications, or reading, copying, changing, or deleting another user's files or software without the explicit agreement of the owner.

Enforcement
Minor infractions of this policy or those that appear accidental in nature are typically handled informally by electronic mail or in-person discussions. More serious infractions are handled via formal procedures. In some situations, it may be necessary to suspend the use of the computing facilities to prevent ongoing misuse while the situation is under investigation.