ITSO

Statement of Acceptable Use of Information Technologies

This is an agreement between members of the Lewis community and Lewis University regarding use of Lewis University Network Services (Internet and on-campus network) and the provision of such services. By using the Lewis University network, you are consenting to be bound to the terms of this agreement, referred to as the Lewis University Network Services Acceptable Use Policy.

1. Unlawful Use of the Lewis University Network Services. You may not use, or permit the use of Lewis University Network Services for unlawful purposes. In order to fulfill this obligation, you may not transmit, post or receive certain material, which include but are not limited to the following: threatening, abusive, libelous, defamatory, obscene, pornographic, profane, or otherwise objectionable information of any kind, including without limitation any transmissions constituting or encouraging conduct that would result in a criminal offense or civil liability, or otherwise violate any local, state, national or international laws or regulations. Moreover, you may not (i) transmit any information or software which contains a virus, worm, Trojan Horse, or other harmful component; (ii) transmit any information, software or other material that is protected by copyright (including music and videos) or other proprietary right (including trade secret materials), or derivative works thereof, without obtaining permission of the copyright owner or right holder; (iii) transmit any unsolicited bulk e-mail (also known as "spam"), (iv) engage in a for-profit activity over the network, or (v) use any software without applicable licenses. You agree to indemnify and hold Lewis University harmless from any and all claims, damages, losses, and expenses (including attorneys' fees and expenses) resulting from or allegedly resulting from your use of Lewis University Network Services, whether or not such use is found to be in violation of any statute, rule or regulation.
   
   
2. Daily Data Transfer Limits. You agree to limit the amount of data you transfer to and from the Internet to a combined total of a maximum of one (1) gigabit per day. Should you go over that limit, Lewis University reserves the right to limit the bandwidth of your connection to the Internet or take other means to reduce your data transfers. If bandwidth limiting or other means do not succeed in reducing your Internet data transfers to below the daily limit, Lewis University may at its sole discretion terminate your access to network services.
   
   
3. Public Servers and Routers. You agree to not operate public servers or routers on the Lewis University network. For the purposes of this agreement, a public server is defined as a computer that may readily be accessed by the general public for the purpose of viewing, sharing, downloading or uploading files. Public servers include peer-to-peer sharing. Each network appearance is for the connection of ONE computing device and is not to be used for multiple equipment or to provide wireless access.
   
   
4. Access to Other Networks. Anytime you access another network through the Lewis University Network Services, you must comply with that network's rules and acceptable use policies. You agree to indemnify Lewis University and hold it harmless from any and all claims, damages, losses, and expenses (including attorney's fees and expenses) resulting from or allegedly resulting from your access of other networks. For security reasons, some Internet ports are blocked and will not be opened for non-academic use.
   
   
5. Control Over Content. Lewis University provides access to various forms of content that are available over the Internet. Lewis University reserves the right (but does not assume the responsibility) to block or limit access to general categories of content that Lewis University deems in its sole discretion to be harmful, offensive, or otherwise in violation of this Lewis University Network Services Acceptable Use Policy. Lewis University shall have no liability for any action or inaction with respect to content received over the Internet. It is your responsibility to control access to information that you might find unsuitable. This includes controlling access of others through your account or connection. By using the Lewis University Network Services you acknowledge receiving this warning and will not hold Lewis University responsible for language, opinions, discussions or graphics which may be viewed on the Internet. Lewis University has no obligation to monitor the Internet or any service offered via the Internet. However, you agree that Lewis University has the right to monitor electronically from time to time and to disclose any information as necessary to satisfy any law, to operate its services properly, or to protect itself or its other users.
   
   
6. Liability of Charges Incurred. Lewis University has no responsibility for any charges incurred through the use of any login name and password, including any Lewis University login name or password that may be issued. You are responsible for all such charges. If your Lewis University password is compromised, immediately contact the Lewis University Helpdesk (815-836-5950).
   
   
7. LIABILITY LIMITATIONS. LEWIS UNIVERSITY MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, FOR THE SERVICES IT IS PROVIDING. LEWIS UNIVERSITY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. LEWIS UNIVERSITY WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE SUFFERED BY THE USER, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA RESULTING FROM DELAYS, FAILURE TO DELIVER, MISTAKEN DELIVERIES OR SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS. THE USE OF ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED THROUGH THE LEWIS UNIVERSITY NETWORK SERVICES IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. LEWIS UNIVERSITY MAKES NO W ARRANTY AS TO THE CONTENT OR ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION. LEWIS UNIVERSITY IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS RESULTING FROM ANY FAILURE OR INTERRUPTION OF THE SERVICES.
   
   
8. Additional Information Regarding Use of the Lewis University Network Services. As a user of the Lewis University Network Services, you may be assigned an IP address. This address is controlled by Lewis University and may be provided to you during the time that you use the Lewis University Network Services. Any IP addresses assigned to you are controlled by Lewis University and are not transferable to any other party. In addition, you agree to configure your computer in the manner determined to be appropriate by ITSO, to install all required software, and to keep all university-required software up-to-date.
   
   
9. Miscellaneous. Lewis University reserves the right to modify this Acceptable Use Policy from time to time. Continued use of Lewis University Network Services constitutes acceptance of modifications made to this Acceptable Use Policy. In addition to any other available remedies, Lewis University may suspend your access to and/or terminate your access to any Lewis University Network Services immediately and without notice, if you engage in any conduct or activities that Lewis University, in its sole discretion, believes are in violation of this Acceptable Use Policy. If you engage in any activities which cause damage to Lewis University or its suppliers, Lewis University reserves the right to pursue a legal claim against you, including monetary damages to address losses that may occur. Nothing contained in this Acceptable Use Policy shall be construed to limit Lewis University’s rights and remedies, and Lewis University hereby reserves all such rights and remedies which may be available to it at law or in equity.
   
   
10. Enforceability. In the event that any portion of this Acceptable Use Policy is held to be unenforceable, the unenforceable portion shall be construed in accordance with applicable law as nearly as possible to reflect the original intentions of the parties and the remainder of the provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Lewis University's failure to insist upon or enforce strict performance of any provision of this Acceptable Use Policy shall not be construed as a waiver of any provision or right. This Acceptable Use Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflicts of law provisions. Any cause of action you may have with respect to the Lewis University Network Services must be commenced within one (1) year after the claim or cause of action arises or such claim or cause of action is barred.

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