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Contents University Legislation IT Security Network Policies Electronic Communication Web Publishing Guidelines User Guides and Privacy Mass Data Storage		ANU IT Policies & Rules
		University Legislation The use of and access to information technology services which are provided by the University is governed by University Legislation. The primary University Rules and Orders relating to IT services are: IT Services Rules IT Services (General Conditions) Order IT Services (Student Computer Laboratories) Order Discipline Rules IT Security The University has a broadly-based set of Information Technology (IT) security policies and strategies. IT Security is the process that ensures the availability, integrity and confidentiality of IT systems. Information Technology Security and procedures for implementation of the IT security policy include monitoring and reporting of security incidents. IT Security Policy Defensive Computing Strategies for Desktop Computers and Local Area Networks Network Policies Access: The University has policies on network access to ensure that the integrity of the network and the data carried on the network is maintained. It is also important that users have fair and equitable access to networked services according to their work and study requirements. User Account Deactivation/Expiration The University is a member of the Australian Academic & Research Network (AARNet) and must abide by AARNet policies. AARNet Access Policy Policy on Allowed Access to AARNet Expanding Access to AARNet Infrastructure: Network infrastructure consists of UTP (structured cabling) to the desktop, the fibre optic cable backbone, and all intelligent devices (concentrators, switches and routers) which drive the network. Data Cabling Installations Electronic Communication The University has procedures for use of University-wide lists to send electronic mail to staff, students and affiliates of the University. University-Wide Electronic Mail Lists Management of Personal Mail Boxes on anugpo Web Publishing Guidelines The web is an important tool for the communication of information inside and outside of the University. Web publishing guidelines provide guidance to web publishers in the representation of the University through this medium. ANU Web Publishing Guidelines User Guides and Privacy The University recognises the importance of respecting the privacy and intellectual property of staff and students. Procedures have been established to guide IT staff and users in their maintenance and use of computing equipment and networked services. Monitoring and Privacy of Electronic Information Software Licensing and Copyright Mass Data Storage Access The University has a large data storage facility to support supercomputer users and other types of data intensive projects. Policy on Access to Mass Data Storage System