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Purpose - The UTSA Network Access Standard establishes the rules for the access and use of the network infrastructure. These rules are necessary to preserve the integrity, availability and confidentiality of UTSA information.

Audience - The UTSA Network Access Standard applies equally to all individuals with access to any UTSA information resource (IR).

1. Users are permitted to use only network IP addresses issued to them by the Office of Information Technology (OIT).

2. All remote access (dial-in services) to UTSA will be either through an approved modem pool or via an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

3. Devices attached to the UTSA data network must not have a modem installed.

4. Users inside the UTSA firewall may not be connected to the UTSA network while simultaneously connected via a modem to an external network.

5. Users must not extend or re-transmit network services (i.e., DNS, DHCP, dynamic routing, etc.) in any way. This means one must not install a router, switch, hub, or wireless access point to the UTSA network without OIT approval.

6. Computer systems requiring network connectivity that are not owned or supported by UTSA must conform to UTSA OIT Data Network Standards and IR Security Management Standards and have approval from OIT before connection is made. Users must not install network hardware or software that provides network services without prior approval from OIT.

7. Users must not download, install or run security programs or utilities that reveal weaknesses in the security of a system. For example, UTSA users must not run password cracking programs, packet sniffers, network mapping tools or port scanners in any manner while connected to the UTSA network infrastructure.

8. Users are not permitted to alter network hardware.

9. Firewalls and other enterprise network security measures must be implemented to provide appropriate network security.

10. All network components, including data closets, wiring and fiber, routers, switches, concentrators and hubs, must be locked and protected from unauthorized access.

11. Multiple simultaneous online sessions are not permitted (i.e., one User ID equals one log-in session).

12. By connecting to the UTSA network, you imply that you have accepted the terms and conditions set forth in applicable IR Security Policies and Standards.