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Preamble:
Because of security, utilization and
operational requirements, it is necessary and appropriate that the
University, acting through University Computing and Telecommunications
Services (UCATS), control usage of University computing and information
technology resources with regard to what hardware/software is used;
what data is transported; and what devices are connected to the
University network infrastructure.
Policy Statement:
1. UCATS shall supply and manage all wired and wireless computer networking equipment connected to the University network infrastructure. The connection of non-UCATS-managed networking equipment, including, but not limited to, equipment to share a network connection with more than one device, is specifically prohibited.
2. UCATS shall control and manage use of the University's
network infrastructure addresses and names.
3. UCATS shall support only current hardware/software
platforms and the connection of older-version workstations to the
University network infrastructure is prohibited.
4. Servers not registered and approved by UCATS shall not be
connected to the University network infrastructure.
5. The use of a virtual private network (VPN) connection is
required to connect to campus PC's from off-campus.
6. The Chief Information Officer shall develop and enforce
specific guidelines regarding the nature of data that can be moved to
local devices and/or mobile devices.
Implementation:
This policy shall be included in the WSU Policies and
Procedures Manual and shared with appropriate constituencies of
the University.
The Chief Information Officer shall have primary responsibility for publication, dissemination and implementation of this University policy.
Effective Date:
May 1, 2009