Each user of the Yeshiva University network is required to ensure that his or her use of the network is lawful and complies with University policy as stated in the Yeshiva University Computer Policy Handbook.

Students registering computers for ResNet network connection in University Residence Halls and housing should be aware of the following conditions and limitations.

Each student or authorized user in University Residences will be permitted to register one computer for connection in the Residence Halls. Once registered, the computer may be moved to any live connection outlet on ResNet.

Network connection outlets ("jacks") may not be disassembled or modified and the cables may not be altered, cut, spliced, re-routed, tapped into or extended beyond the area they were designed to serve. Connecting cables from the jack may not extend outside of a single apartment or dorm room.

No hubs or switches may be connected to ResNet network connections.

Personal routers may be used to share a ResNet connection among multiple computers and/or printers used by family members residing in the same apartment, but may not extend the connection beyond a single apartment or room. Any shared connections are the responsibility of the student who installs them, and the University will not provide technical assistance in installing them nor support for maintaining them. It is the responsibility of the student or authorized user installing such personal routers to ensure that the shared connection setup will not interfere with other ResNet users' access and that all individuals using the access are aware of and comply with all University policies.

ResNet network connections may not be shared with non-residents, or with non-students beyond family members living with the student. Shared connections may not be used to avoid network connection charges among individuals who would otherwise be expected to pay such charges individually.

ResNet network connections may not be used for servers that are accessible from the public Internet (i.e., web servers, mail servers, FTP servers, etc.)

Dial-in (i.e., inbound auto-answer) modems may not be attached to any computer or device on ResNet network connections.

Connecting a (WiFi) wireless router to ResNet is permitted only if it is limited and secured to ensure that only individuals who are entitled to ResNet access can connect to it. Wireless access coverage that extends to users outside of the University is not permitted. Low-power wireless connections, (e.g., Bluetooth devices) are preferred for personal wireless access within an apartment or dorm room to minimize interference between users. It is the responsibility of the registered user of the ResNet to ensure that wireless connections are properly secured and that the range of coverage is appropriately limited. The University will require disconnection of wireless devices that are determined to be insufficiently secure or that interfere with University wireless devices. The University will provide no technical assistance or support for the installation or maintenance of wireless connections.

Anti-Virus Software is required on all computers connected to the University network. The anti-virus software must be under a current license; virus definition files must be updated at least weekly, preferably every time connection is established; and the software must be configured for real-time scanning of all incoming files. Full system scans should be scheduled on a regular basis.

Norton Anti-Virus from Symantec is licensed by the University and may be downloaded free of charge to any computer connected to the University Network.

It is University policy to respect copyrights on all licensed software and published materials. Downloading or installing copyrighted software, music, videos or other materials, or making them available to others via the University network or otherwise without an applicable license or permission from the copyright holder is not permitted.

ResNet network connections may not be used for any commercial purpose.

ResNet network connections may not be used in any way that interferes with network management or with other users. Examples include installing or forging an IP address other than the one assigned, creating excessive network traffic, generating port scans or probes of any University or external network or system, or in any way violating University policies as stated in the Computer Policy Handbook.

ResNet users who do not comply with these policies are subject to having their network bandwidth throttled or their network connection disabled. They may have their computer access privileges revoked and may be subject to applicable administrative or academic disciplinary procedures. ResNet users who violate any laws may be subject to civil or criminal actions.