Computer Policies

The library has two computer labs, housing 49 PCs and 2 network printers. These labs are available to LSUHSC faculty, students, staff and visitors who are performing research within the scope of health and biomedical research. Computer use is on a first-come, first-served basis. Only preloaded software can be used; no personal software may be installed. The computer lab in room 1-419 can be scheduled for classes & presentations. Users should contact Donna Haas (x5-5268). The computer lab in 1-417 is heavily used, and accordingly cannot be scheduled without approval by library administration.

Wireless Internet connectivity is available for laptops used by LSUHSC faculty, students, and staff. However, laptop specifications and settings must comply with the institutional policy concerning wireless usage .

The library computers are not to be used for the following:

• Seeking unauthorized access to library or network computer systems or files with the intent of violating computer security; altering system or network configurations; altering system or network access codes; sabotage; or causing damage through the placing of viruses, worms or embedded messages
• Engaging in any illegal activity, including violation of copyright laws or licensing agreements
• Misrepresenting oneself on the Internet or engaging in fraud
• Viewing, downloading, or disseminating pornography
• Issuing threats
• Participating in chat rooms or forums that are non-work related
• Playing games

As stated in Chancellor's Memorandum #18:

All users are advised that they should have no expectation whatsoever of privacy as to any transmission/communication or image generated, received by, sent by, or stored in a computer.

For the full LSUHSC-S policy regarding computer use, see: Chancellor's Memorandum 18

Library response to inappropriate uses may include revoking computer access privileges or contacting the University Police.