Intellectual Property
AD20
Computer and Network Security
As a student, you have to adhere to federal, state, local and Penn State’s rules about computer and network usage. That includes downloading anything without proper authorization especially using Penn State’s network. This rule does not stop at downloads, any obscene or harassing material, or situations to promote commercial enterprise are not tolerated. Also, mass media communication or the uses of newsletters for personal gain are not permitted. Even if you are not using a Penn State computer or network, these rules still apply to you off-campus.
If you come across an incident were intellectual property has been unlawfully possessed, you must contact the systems administrator along with the Security Operations and Services Director. If you are confirmed to have unlawfully gained copyrighted material, you may face restriction or termination of access in the university, legal action at the university, local, state, and federal level. Additionally you may have to pay back for the stolen material and in some cases, face dismissal or expulsion.
Here's the original policy.
If you come across an incident were intellectual property has been unlawfully possessed, you must contact the systems administrator along with the Security Operations and Services Director. If you are confirmed to have unlawfully gained copyrighted material, you may face restriction or termination of access in the university, legal action at the university, local, state, and federal level. Additionally you may have to pay back for the stolen material and in some cases, face dismissal or expulsion.
Here's the original policy.