Illegal Downloading? Not On Our Network

Illegal behavior such as unauthorized sharing of copyrighted music, movies, videos, games or software is strictly prohibited. Use of the UNL network, which is a shared resource, is a privilege that may be revoked if it is abused. If the university receives a complaint against a computer that is connected to the campus network, consequences will ensue.

Strike one: The user will receive an e-mail notification including a copy of the complaint. The incident will be entered into a database. If there is no way to contact the user, the connection to the network may be disabled until contact can be established.

Strike two: The user will receive a second warning, including the new complaint and date of the first warning. The database will be updated to register the second incident. In addition, if the user lives in the residence halls, he or she will be required to state in writing within seven days that the illegal behavior will be stopped or else network access will be disabled until so done. If a computer was used elsewhere on campus, the department will receive a copy of the second warning.

Strike three: Network access will be disabled indefinitely. The database will be updated to register the third incident. In addition, if the user lives in the residence halls, notice will be sent to the Office of Student Affairs. If a computer was used elsewhere on campus, appropriate management will be notified. The user may also be subject to additional disciplinary action and enforcement of state and federal law. To learn more about digital copyright guidelines at UNL, visit: is.unl.edu/copyright.shtml.