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The purpose of this document is to describe the terms and conditions that govern networked computer systems connected to the UMD network. The UMD network is an ethernet-backbone network that was installed by and is under the direct technical and administrative stewardship of UMD Information Technology Systems and Services (ITSS). The network provides the entire campus with continuous shared information communications services.
Nearly all computer systems at UMD are connected to the UMD network. Departments or individuals at UMD can and should be granted access to the campus networking system if their sole purpose is to promote and serve the mission of the University of Minnesota and this campus. Users of the network are responsible for keeping their computers secure and up-to-date in order to protect the network.
It is the responsibility of ITSS to see that this network runs securely and efficiently for the benefit of the entire campus. All proposed changes or additions to the network must therefore be studied carefully and tested thoroughly by ITSS staff. ITSS must also monitor the network continually in order to avoid problems and act quickly and decisively when problems do develop.
The UMD network supports both wired and wireless connections. A wired connection will, in general, perform better than a wireless connection and will be necessary to support a high-performance network.
Wireless hubs must be carefully deployed so that they do not interfere with one another. Moreover, other devices using the same radio frequencies as wireless hubs may interfere with the wireless network. ITSS will work with individuals and units on campus to resolve any interference issues that might arise.
Networking equipment such as routers, switches, wireless access points, and hubs will be added to the network as needed by ITSS. Clients will not be allowed to add networking equipment to the network unless a special exemption is obtained from ITSS in advance. Such exemptions will be granted only in very special circumstances with compelling justification.
Computers connected to the UMD network must comply with all security requirements of the University of Minnesota and UMD. This includes appropriate configuration, maintaining up-to-date system software (patches), use of anti-virus software, and passing of University scans.
ITSS will monitor network equipment and traffic on the network in order to anticipate and correct network-related problems. ITSS reserves the right to disconnect any computer from the network, either temporarily or permanently, if it is causing network-related problems or is vulnerable to attack due to incomplete security configurations. The owner of the computer may be held accountable for ITSS staff time required to track down any network problem that is finally traced back to their system. The owner will also be responsible for ensuring that any problems are corrected.
Appropriate Use of Information Technology
UMD ITSS Virus and Security Information
UMD Policy on Networked Server Management
Online Privacy
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