Computer and Information Systems Policy

Overview

Baptist University of Florida's intentions for publishing a Computer and Information Systems Policy are not to impose restrictions that are contrary to the spirit of the Baptist University of Florida (BUF), but to enhance the protection of its constituents against illegal or damaging actions by individuals, either knowingly or unknowingly, while promoting a culture of openness, trust, and integrity.

Information systems owned and operated by the Baptist University of Florida are to be used for institutional purposes in serving the interests of BUF and our constituents in the course of normal operations.

Effective security is a team effort involving the participation and support of every BUF constituent who deals with information and/or information systems. It is the responsibility of every constituent to know these guidelines, and to conduct his or her activities accordingly.

BUF reserves the right to amend this Computer and Information Systems Policy at any time.

Purpose

Baptist University of Florida relies heavily upon information systems to meet operational, financial, educational, and informational needs. It is essential that these systems be protected from misuse and unauthorized access. It is also essential that BUF's computers, computer systems, and computer networks, as well as the data they store and process, be operated and maintained in a secure environment and in a responsible manner. Computing resources are valuable, and their abuse can have a far-reaching negative impact. Computer abuse affects everyone who uses computing facilities. The BUF community should exercise high moral and ethical behavior in the computing environment.

Scope

This policy applies to ALL information systems and refers to ALL hardware, data, software, and communications networks associated with these systems whether these systems are owned or leased by BUF or connected to BUF networks. This policy applies to all constituents of Baptist University of Florida. In addition to this policy, all constituents are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws.