Computer Use Agreement

Horace Mann Online Guidebook
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Any use of a computer at Horace Mann constitutes full and complete acceptance of the following rules and requirements:

In the Lab and the Library I will not bring any food or drink into the computer room or library.

I will work quietly and I will not disturb others in the room.

I will not touch anyone else's computer, mouse or keyboard.

I will not connect, disconnect, move or adjust any equipment.
In the Library I will not play any games on the computers in the library.

I will not use e-mail except with permission from a librarian.
Using the Computer I will not tell anyone my network or electronic mail (e-mail) password or give anyone access to my files.

I will not ask for or attempt to discover anyone else's password or attempt to access anyone else's files.

I will not copy any software or run any software that the School has not provided for my use.

I will not print more than two copies of any document. I will use a copier (not a printer) to make multiple copies.

I will not use a computer to copy or plagiarize work of any kind or for any illegal purpose.

I will play only approved games during posted games periods.
Using Electronic Mail and the Internet I will use the e-mail system carefully and responsibly. I will not post messages that are insulting, demeaning, offensive or inflammatory.

I will show respect for others in all of my electronic communications, whether posted in public conferences or sent by private mail.

I will not post any messages in a public conference until I have read all of the messages already in that conference.

I will use the Internet for educational purposes and my use will comply with all school rules of conduct.


I accept responsibility for any abuse or misuse of my network or electronic mail account.

I will be aware of and comply with all posted and published rules of personal conduct and computer use.

I understand that if I break this agreement, I may lose my computer privileges and I may be subject to additional disciplinary action by the school.


Read the Computer Department FAQ

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