UTas IT Resources

Help Sheets

Authenticated Internet Access
Any attempts to browse the internet beyond the University site from any University computer will require authentication. POP account and email password are required for access. Contact the help desk (x1818) at the Morris Miller Library or check enrolment forms for this information. This process is designed to monitor internet usage so a breakdown of internet volume can be obtained. There are obviously some privacy issues involved as a list of sites visited and download volumes will be recorded against your POP account. It is strongly suggest that users in labs - both in Pharmacy and elsewhere on campus - close any active browser windows prior to vacating their machine

• Do not bring food or drink into the venue.
• Report problems promptly.
• Do not alter the configuration of hardware or software. This has been set up to cater for a wide range of users.
• Leave each piece of equipment set up as you found it. On computers put temporary files in a Guest folder or temporary directory.
• Follow any directions posted in the venue by departmental staff.

Ethical Use

• Do not place software or other files on University computers where these may lead to damage or legal charges (destructive programs such as viruses, pirated software, etc).
• Do not use the facilities to make unauthorised copies of copyright, licensed or patented material.
• Do not use the facilities to defraud or to create false or misleading information.
• Do not act as though you intend to break the law. Do not, for instance, attempt to guess an access key or password to gain unauthorised access to local or remote facilities.
• Do not attempt to access any areas of any systems for which authority has not been granted.
• Do not attempt to monitor or read another user's files or communications.
• Report unethical activity to University staff promptly.

Appropriate Use

• Labs are available for use only by University staff and students and authorised external users.
• Unofficial work of a personal, non-profit nature is permitted, provided official work is not affected. However, access to AARNet is only allowed in connection with research, educational or administrative functions of the University.
• Users needing a machine for University work can ask people engaged in personal work to give up their place at a machine, even if the user performing personal work had a prior booking.
• Non-University related commercial activities are not allowed.
• Do not waste computer resources (eg unnecessary printing) or disadvantage other users by monopolising equipment, network traffic, etc.

Co-operation

• Do not attempt to harass others by using the facilities to deliver obscene, vulgar, threatening, or unnecessarily repetitive information.
• Do not destroy, damage, hide or alter facilities, information or files.
• Do not interfere with, interrupt, or obstruct the legitimate use of the facilities, networks or software products.
• Keep the facilities clean, tidy and free of hazards.
• Report facility malfunctions promptly.

Commonwealth Copyright Act

The purchase of computer software normally provides a licence to use the software, together with a copy of the software and associated documentation. The title to the software remains with the copyright owner, who is entitled under the Commonwealth Copyright Act to place conditions upon its use. Individuals are personally responsible for complying with the Copyright Act. Any copying of a computer program which constitutes a breach of the Copyright Act may result in a civil and/or criminal action against the offender. The Copyright Act makes specific provision for making a backup copy of the original computer program. Thus the user can only make copies of programs for which they have purchased a licence and only then for the purpose of being used in lieu of the original copy in the event that the original copy is lost, destroyed or rendered unusable.

General Usage Principles

• Abide by the law.
• Co-operate with other users.
• Maintain the security and functionality of the lab to the best of your ability.
• Official University work has priority over other uses of the facilities.

Information Technology Facilities Use Agreement:

Scope and Purpose of the Agreement
Users of computing and network facilities provided by the University must be aware of the conditions under which access is provided.

The Facilities
The University of Tasmania controls many computers, terminals, computing laboratories, and video conference rooms. These, and their associated networks, hardware, data storage, software, licences, and patents constitute the facilities of this agreement.

The Access to the Facilities

• Access to the facilities is restricted to staff, students, and authorised external users.
• Access to an individual facility may be further restricted by the facility administrator.

The Purpose of the Facilities

• The facilities are provided for activities officially directed towards the mission of the University.

The Responsibilities of a User

• The facilities are provided subject to the conditions that the user:
• Make ethical use of the facilities;
• Make appropriate use of the facilities; and
• Co-operate with other users of the facilities.

These conditions are illustrated in the Information Technology Facilities Use Guidelines document (available at ITS, issued at registration, and on display in laboratories). Other illustrative documents include a brief resume of the laws of computer crime and copyright.

Be aware. Do not copy an item if you have not verified that it is in the public domain. Licence and patent conditions compliance may be assumed providing a facility is used for teaching or research only. Do not use a facility outside the teaching and research area unless you have verified the use complies with licence and patent conditions.

Penalties for Guideline Violations

Penalties include:

• Access to facilities being denied;
• Enrolment being suspended, in the case of students; and/or
• Legal action may be instituted against staff or students.

Note that penalties under Ordinance 58 (Student Discipline) are also applicable, in relation to a breach of the Information Technology Facilities Use Guidelines.

I accept responsibility for my use of the facilities, and agree to follow the guidelines specified above. I am aware of the relevant laws and that illegal activities are expressly forbidden.

29 July 1999