DO-IT TRAINING KIT

Acceptable Use Policy

DOIT Training Kit Visit the DO-IT public portal site

DOIT Training Kit Click on the “Downloadables” tab to access the DOIT Training kit folder

DOIT Training Kit Open the DOIT Training Kit folder to have access to the various quick guides

DOIT Training Kit Explore the different quick guides to know more about the systems you are using

Acceptable Use Policy OVERVIEW The Malayan Science High School (MHSS) recognizes the importance of computers and other information technology resources in enhancing student learning and facilitating the administration and operation of its campus. To that end, the Development Office for Information Technology (DO-IT) encourages the responsible use of computers, and other IT resources in support of the mission and vision of the school. By signing this Acceptable Use Policy, the user agrees to follow the guidelines set in this document. OBJECTIVES The objective of this contract is to outline the acceptable use of IT resources provided by Malayan Science High School. These rules are in place to protect the school and its stakeholders i.e. the students, faculty members, and non-teaching personnel. Inappropriate use exposes MHSS to risks such as virus attacks, network systems security compromise, and other legal issues. CONTRACT PROVISIONS All Malayan Science High School personnel and students are required to comply with the provisions of the Acceptable Use Policy when they use the school’s computer systems and other IT resources. Disciplinary action, including dismissal, may be taken against an MHSS student or employee who, after due notice and hearing, is shown to have failed to comply with any of the contract provisions or has circumvented any security systems and/or protection mechanisms. The Malayan Science High School has set a policy for computer and IT resources usage

POLICIES ACCEPTABLE USE 1.MHSS computer systems must only be used for conducting their intended purpose which is to support the research, education, administrative and other functions of Malayan Science High School. 2.While DO-IT desires to provide a reasonable level of privacy, users should be aware that the data they create while using MHSS’s IT resources remains the property of the school. 3.For network security purposes, authorized DO-IT personnel may monitor equipment, systems, and network traffic at any time. 4.Malayan Science High School and DO-IT reserves the right to audit network and systems on a periodic basis to ensure compliance with this contract. 5.Each employee acknowledges that any computer unit, along with all attached peripherals, assigned to him/her is his/her responsibility. As such, he/she will be held liable should any form of tampering on such units be detected. 6.Each employee acknowledges that it is his/her responsibility to safeguard his/her user account credentials and identification cards. In the event that malicious use of a user’s account credentials is detected by DO-IT, the owner will be held liable for such acts. Lending or sharing account credentials is strictly prohibited. 7.User accounts shall be revoked immediately from any employee on his/her effective date of resignation or termination of services, or as deemed necessary by MHSS. 8.All software installed in a school-owned computer must have a valid license obtained by MHSS. Users are strictly prohibited from making copies of these software. 9.Personal software or other software not licensed under the school shall not be used in MHSS computers unless authorized by DO-IT. 10.Removable storage media such as flash drives must be scanned using the school’s anti-virus software before these are accessed. Acceptable Use Policy MHSS’s AUP states the acceptable practices in the use of the institutes IT resources

UNACCEPTABLE USE The following activities are strictly prohibited: 1.Violations of the rights of any person or company protected by copyright, trade secret, patent or other intellectual property, or similar laws or regulations, including, but not limited to, the installation or distribution of "pirated" or other software products that are not appropriately licensed for use by Malayan Science High School. 2. Introduction of malicious programs (e.g., viruses, worms, Trojan horses, bombs, etc.) into the network. 3. Browsing of banned sites or attempting to circumvent the school’s web filtering systems to do so. 4.Addition, removal, replacement, transfer, or substitution of any computer components on their issued units. This includes all attached peripherals. 5.Introduction of personal network devices such as access points, wireless routers, and network switches/hubs into the school’s network without DO-IT’s consent. 6.Effecting security breaches or disruptions of network communication. Security breaches include, but are not limited to, accessing data of which the employee is not an intended recipient or logging into a server or account that the employee is not expressly authorized to access. 7. Circumventing user authentication or security of any host, network or account. 8. Sending messages containing: a.Chain letters ( messages that encourage multiple message forwarding) b.Spam (advertising material to individuals who did not specifically request such material) c.Offensive/discriminatory comments against race, gender, religious, political beliefs, national origin, or disability a.Pornographic or sexually explicit material 9.Speaking or writing in the name of Malayan Science to any news group, “chat groups,” or any other forum on the Internet; or respond to queries/complaints unless duly authorized in writing by the school beforehand to perform this function. 10. Any other actions deemed detrimental to the stability of the network. Acceptable Use Policy Unacceptable and prohibited practices are also stated as guide to it’s users

Microsoft SharePoint The MHSS SharePoint Portal can be accessed through the link on the lower part of the MHSS Website

Microsoft SharePoint The main MHSS SharePoint site contains the list of the SharePoint site of all the different offices, classes and faculty

Microsoft SharePoint The specific SharePoint sites can be access by typing the address in a web browser or by simply clicking the link on the directory site