MOREnet Acceptable Use Policy
Acceptable Use
All network use by MOREnet members, project participants and those connected via MOREnet members or project participants shall be for, or in support of, research; education; local, state or national government affairs; economic development or public service.
Unacceptable Use
* It is not acceptable to use MOREnet for purposes which violate federal or state law.
* It is not acceptable to use MOREnet for any purpose which violates the intellectual property rights of others.
* It is not acceptable to use MOREnet in a manner that intentionally or negligently disrupts normal network use and service. Such disruption would include the intentional or negligent propagation of computer viruses, the violation of personal privacy, and the unauthorized access to protected and private network resources.
* It is not acceptable to use MOREnet for commercial activities that are not in support of education, research, public service, economic development or government purposes. Further, it is not acceptable to distribute unsolicited advertising. Additional information regarding unacceptable commercial uses of MOREnet is available.
Enforcement of Policy
Each MOREnet member or project participant must make reasonable efforts to publicize the policies of MOREnet and to ensure compliance of those connected through them.
Reported and perceived violations of the Acceptable Use Policy will be reviewed by the MOREnet Executive Director. Violations that are not promptly remedied by the member institution or project participant may result in action including the termination of MOREnet service or the forfeiture of MOREnet membership.
Questions
If you have questions about the MOREnet Acceptable Use Policy, its interpretation or enforcement, please send e-mail to [email protected]
