IT Service Policy Statement

• Each user is given a secure Electronic ID (EID) to access IT services. Users are responsible to maintain the security of their EIDs as they may be held accountable for all activities performed under their EIDs.
• Users are expected to use IT services with courtesy, respect and integrity.
• Users must not interfere with the work of other users or alter the integrity of IT services and facilities provided by the College.
• Users must not use IT Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose such as conducting unauthorized commercial activities.
• Users are expected to use electronic communication (email, web content, real time chatting, forums, etc.) in an ethical and responsible manner and in compliance with generally accepted e-politeness applicable to the networked computing environment.
  Users must not attempt to gain unauthorised access to data, nor breach any security measures on any electronic communications system.
• Users must observe the Copyright Ordinance. Software or electronic contents without proper license are not allowed to be stored in computer equipment or used in IT facilities of the College.
• Users must adhere to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance in all activities involving collection, processing and use of personal data.
• Users must observe all regulations governing a specific IT service.
  The College reserves the right, without the user's prior consent, to inspect, monitor or disclose any data stored on the College's IT services if there is compelling evidence of violating College policies and Hong Kong laws or adversely affecting the normal functioning of the College's IT environment.
• Failure to comply with this Policy may result in suspension or termination of some or all IT services provided to the users. Student and staff members may also be subject to College disciplinary action.