Computer Usage Policy

Policy Owner: Chief Information Officer

Policy Statement:

Manhattan Area Technical College intentions for publishing an Acceptable Use Policy are not to impose restrictions that are contrary to MATC’s established culture of openness, trust, and integrity. MATC is committed to protecting employees, partners and the college from illegal or damaging actions by individuals, either knowingly or unknowingly. Internet/Intranet/Extranet-related systems, including but not limited to computer equipment, software, operating systems, storage media, network accounts providing electronic mail, WWW browsing, and FTP, are the property of MATC. These systems are to be used for business purposes in serving the interests of the company, and of our customers in the course of normal operations. Effective security is a team effort involving the participation and support of every MATC employee and affiliate who deals with information and/or information systems. It is the responsibility of every computer user to know these guidelines and to conduct their activities accordingly. 

Policy Rational:

Employees, students, and guests are responsible for maintaining an environment free of malicious, inappropriate, and illegal acts. MATC is not responsible for unacceptable or unethical use of the information technology systems including internet access, network usage, and electronic mail. However, policies and best practices will be employed to protect the institution, authorized users and electronic data stored on MATC systems. Unacceptable uses of the computer system will result in the revoking of computer access. Faculty and staff may utilize laptop computers or portable computing devices in the performance of their duties including but not limited to traveling to conferences, workshops, or other off- campus activities. Due to the mobile nature of such items, additional measures must be taken to secure College property and data.