SSU ResNet Guidelines
Purpose
The SSU ResNet Guidelines were created to support the Network
and Computer Use Policy 5.30. The rules outlined in this document provide more
specific Conditions for acceptable use required of a ResNet Participant. Since
ResNet is an “always on connection” similar to commercial broadband, the
University has a responsibility to both the ResNet users, and the greater
Internet community to protect them from each other. These rules are meant to
help educate, inform, and provide an environment free of computer viruses and
security attacks. They are meant to help foster a friendly, safe and clean
network environment for ResNet users. They are not optional.
SSU Acceptable Use Policy
Residents connecting to ResNet agree to abide by
Shawnee State
University’s Network and Computer Policy 5.30. This Board of Trustees
approved Policy governs access to all University computing facilities and
network resources.
Specific Rules
In addition, students must comply with the following rules:
1. Computer software designed with the intent to adversely
impact networked resources and end user computers are on the rise. They come in
the form of network attacks, email attachments, viruses, and non-viral malware.
ResNet provides a reliable, efficient connection to the Internet, but the
drawback of this connection is that it provides an avenue for more people to
reach your computer. UIS provides as much protection as possible, but in order
to help you must install Symantec Anti-virus software and an Anti-Malware
software and keep the definitions up to date.
ResNet will be scanned to check for malicious activity. If
issues are detected on a system, the owner of that computer will be notified of
the action taken to resolve the problem and will be advised of the steps that
must be taken to be reconnected to ResNet.
In order to reactivate a port after a virus or other malicious
software has been removed, an appointment with a UIS Technician may need to be
made for a Technician to verify the hard drive has been cleaned.
Symantec Anti-Virus and Anti-Malware software packages are
available at no cost for students. The software packages are available on the
UIS Resource CD which can be picked up in the UIS Office. Please review Section
9 of the document ResNet Participants Agreement prior to installing the
software.
Computers connected to ResNet must meet the following
conditions:
Symantec Antivirus
a. Symantec Antivirus must be installed and running.
b. Antivirus definition files must be current.
c. Live Update feature must be enabled for Antivirus definition files.
Anti-Malware
a. Anti-Malware software must be installed and running.
b. Anti-Malware definition files must be current.
c. Update feature must be enabled for Anti-Malware definition files.
Microsoft Operating System
a. Operating System updates will be posted when required. Any required updates must be applied.
Cisco Clean Access Technology will be
utilized to ensure that all of the conditions listed above
are met on each individuals system.
2. Servers of any kind will not be allowed on the network.
Servers open security holes on the network. These holes allow
attackers to gain access to your computer or the network.
They also may serve files you are not aware of. Specific
examples of servers are: Web servers (apache, Windows
Personal Web Server, etc), FTP servers (Serv-U, WS-FTPD,
etc), File sharing servers (KaZaa, Bearshare, Gnutella,
etc), and many more.
3. Static IP’s will not be allowed on any system.
There is no reason to have a static IP on ResNet. The ResNet
system monitors IP addresses and assigns them as needed.
4. Network port scans will not be allowed.
Port scans may be performed by UIS to maintain the network.
However, no student is to perform a port scan of any host
inside or outside of ResNet. This will be considered a
network attack.
5. Network attacks of any kind will not be tolerated.
Network attacks are serious concerns to UIS and should be to
the student involved as well. They can result in expulsion
from the University and even Federal charges.
6. There will be no dissemination of libelous, slanderous,
racial, or offensive material.
7. Software and hardware devices that are currently prohibited
by Shawnee State University and UIS will not be permitted on
ResNet.
Devices such as wireless network products (e.g. Apple
Airport), thin-clients, game consoles (e.g. XBox,
Playstation 2, Game Cube and Sega Dreamcast), hubs,
switches, routers, print servers, and network appliances.
8. ResNet services and physical wiring may not be modified or
extended for any reason. This applies to all network wiring,
hardware, and in-room jacks.
9. Shawnee
State University restricts illegal peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing on our campus
network. P2P technologies may be used for legitimate purposes such as
instructional gaming, open source downloads, and licensed distribution of media
files; however, the use of P2P software to violate copyright law carries a
number of possible sanctions, including loss of Internet access, internal
disciplinary actions, and even civil or criminal charges. Shawnee State
University takes our obligation under The Higher Education Opportunity Act (H.R.
4137), as well as all other State and Federal legislations that address P2P file
sharing, very seriously and will make all efforts to comply with authorities if
users of the Shawnee State University Network are suspected of violations.
Penalties
Violation of the ResNet rules may result in disconnection from
ResNet (temporarily or permanently) and/or referral to the Vice-President of
Student Affairs for disciplinary action. A UIS referral could result in a formal
reprimand, probation, suspension or dismissal from the University. Depending on
the nature of the violation you could also be prosecuted under local, state or
federal laws.
If events beyond the scope of these rules should arise, at the
direction of a member of the Executive Committee of Shawnee State University,
UIS will take the necessary actions to resolve the issue. If you have any
questions about these rules and would like clarification, please contact the
Help Desk.