Library Information Commons
Davenport University Guest User Acceptable Use Policy
The University reserves the right to restrict, monitor, and or interrupt the use of technology
resources and the communications sent through any University technology resources, service, or
on-line network. Any person that violates this University policy or applicable laws may also be
subject to disciplinary action, including termination of access privileges. Please note that
network or computing providers outside the University may additionally impose their own
conditions of appropriate use, for which all users are responsible.
Davenport University does not filter Internet access. Guest users should bear in mind that 1)
there are materials that users may find controversial, inappropriate, and/or offensive, and 2) not
all sources on the Internet provide accurate, complete, or current information. Guest users are
responsible for critically evaluating information.
Guest users are prohibited from loading any software, data, or information from outside sources
onto the University's computers or networks. All loading of outside software, data, or
information shall be completed by someone who is authorized to put them on the University's
computers or networks.
It is the responsibility of the Guest user to protect all password and login information. The
sharing of login information with other people is expressly prohibited.
Information technology resources may NOT be used:
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For personal gain.
For any illegal activity.
To display, receive, archive, store, distribute, edit, propagate or record sexually explicit
material, pirated software, or destructive materials (ie virus, worm, etc.).
To send harassing, abusive, intimidating, discriminatory, or other offensive e-mails.
Despite the use of passwords, all information on the University's computer networks, computers,
and voice mail networks are not private to Guest users. All information, communications, and
data related to the University's business sent or stored on University-provided computers and
networks remain its property. Any information sent or stored on University provided networks
and computers can be monitored and inspected by the University in its discretion at any time
without notice. All passwords and codes on computers and networks must be approved by and be
accessible to the University.
Failure to comply with these guidelines or the principles outlined in this policy may result in the
suspension of LInC computer use privileges.
By signing this document, I hereby acknowledge that I have read and understand the terms and
conditions set forth within. I furthermore agree to abide by these terms and any subsequent
changes to these terms made by Davenport University.
Printed Name: __________________________________________________________
Signature_______________________________________ Date:__________________
10/9/07