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AUDIENCE and AGREEMENT
This document defines acceptable use of computer systems at the
Nealley Library, Santa Ana College (SAC). The primary users of
this system are currently-enrolled SAC students, faculty, and staff.
Primary use of library computer systems is for educational purposes
only. Unacceptable use is prohibited, and is grounds for loss
of privileges. Additionally, disciplinary or legal actions as
provided for under RSCCD Board Policy and federal, state, and local
laws may be taken. (RSCCD Information Resource Use Policy,
January 2000, Administrative Regulation 7000)
All users of this system must read, understand, and comply with the
policies outlined in this document. BY USING THE LIBRARY
COMPUTER SYSTEMS/RESOURCES, USERS AGREE THAT THEY UNDERSTAND AND
WILL COMPLY WITH THESE POLICIES.
RIGHTS
These systems are owned and operated by Rancho Santiago Community
College District (RSCCD). RSCCD reserves all rights to these
systems including termination of service without notice.
The Library reserves the right to monitor its computing resources to
protect the integrity of its computing systems, resources,
workstations, and facilities.
ACCEPTABLE USES OF LIBRARY COMPUTER SYSTEMS/RESOURCES
Library computer systems or resources are to be used for
bibliographic searching, verification and processes that support
educational activities.
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No recreational use. Computers are for research
purposes. Violators may be asked to leave.
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Librarians reserve the right to limit the amount of
time that a user may occupy a computer.
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Librarians & library staff do not provide technical
assistance for Microsoft Office applications.
UNACCEPTABLE USES OF LIBRARY COMPUTER SYSTEMS/RESOURCES
The following types of activities ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE:
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Electronic mail (e-mail) which is not directly
related to academic coursework.
The Library does not support social email, chat or
games.
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Use of personal electronic/computer products on
library computer systems
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Transmitting, storing, or viewing any illegal,
fraudulent, malicious, harassing, threatening or
obscene communications.
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Altering or degrading system software or hardware
configurations
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Deliberately concealing or misrepresenting one's
identity in electronic communication
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Using Library computer resources for commercial or
profit-making purposes
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Violating agreements, rules or codes set by services
subscribed to by the District
DISCLAIMER
RSCCD reserves the right to access all content stored on RSCCD
information resources. Neither the Library nor RSCCD are responsible
or liable for the loss of information/data files due to
equipment/network/or electronic transmission failure.
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