Resnet Network Agreement
UNLV Campus Housing Network and
Computer Lab Use Policies
General:
Campus Housing network connections (ResNet), labs, and equipment are for use by residents of UNLV Campus Housing only.
Campus Housing network connections, labs and equipment are for academic use only. Any other use, Commercial or otherwise, is prohibited.
Residents shall not change hardware or software configuration of Campus Housing equipment. To request any change, including software installation or reconfiguration, contact the Student Affairs Technology Help Desk at 702-895-1994.
Residents shall not annoy others, including but not limited to: viewing pornographic images or images of a sexual nature or images involving sexual activity in the computer labs or other public place.
Residents shall not use ResNet in a manner that intentionally or negligently disrupts normal network use and service. Such disruption includes, but is not limited to, the intentional or negligent propagation of computer viruses; sending offensive messages; knowingly causing a system crash; or denying reasonable use of Campus Housing network and computer resources to others; the violation of others personal privacy; and the unauthorized access to protected and/or private network resources.
Residents shall not violate the legal protection provided by copyrights, licenses, or other legal means. They shall not make copies of any licensed or copyrighted computer program found on any Campus Housing or other UNLV computer or storage device. They shall not share with others: messages, information, or data that is private, licensed, proprietary, or covered by non-disclosure agreements.
Residents are responsible for any printing to Campus Housing printers from their account, computer, or room network connection. Residents are responsible for the print charges generated by that printing.
The University and Community College System of Nevada CODE sections covering computer and network usage shall be followed. Copies of the relevant sections may be obtained by calling 702-895-4585.
Network Connections:
Campus Housing network connections are provided for client use only. Servers are not permitted. Servers include any device that offers services over the network or that allows incoming network connections.
Campus Housing network connections are a shared resource. Residents shall limit the network traffic to and from their computer to an amount that allows others reasonable use of the network. For example, a user should refrain from long term, continuous downloading of media files, applications, or other large files.
Residents shall keep a working anti-virus program installed, keep their anti-virus definitions current, and keep the critical system updates current.
UNLV reserves air rights on campus for the 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz wireless frequencies; written permission from the ResNet Coordinator must be obtained before installing such a device in the residence halls. Wireless devices may not be connected to ResNet without written permission from the ResNet Coordinator.
Lab Use:
No food or drink in the labs.
Residents must have their UNLV identification card with them to use any Campus Housing computer lab.
All computer labs and equipment are to be used in the following priority:
- Academic uses (papers, projects, E-mail, Internet Browsing, etc.).
- Internet entertainment (e.g. non-academic Web browsing, personal E-mail, games, IRC etc.).
Campus Housing labs and equipment may not be used by campus organizations for any group activities (e.g. flyer design, newsletters, or finance).
Residents may only print one final copy of their work on the lab printers. Proofing and editing must be done on the computer.
To prevent damage to the printers, only the paper purchased by Campus Housing may be used in the Campus Housing computer lab printers.
Residents found in violation of these policies; or any federal, state or local law; will be asked to leave the labs and/or may lose network connection privileges; and may be subject to disciplinary action and/or prosecution.
Other Relevant Policies: