IT Policies
The policies on this page are official policies sponsored by or endorsed by the Computer Center. These policies have been adopted to help ensure the appropriate use of Northeast Mississippi Community College resources. Members of the Northeast community are responsible for reviewing these policies and for complying with their requirements.
Appropriate Computer Use Policy
This statement governs the use of all computers, computer-based communications networks, and all related equipment administered by NEMCC. This includes the centralized facilities of NEMCC and all computers and networks administered by NEMCC. Under the federal statutes and the sections of the Mississippi code that regulate the use of these resources, NEMCC is required to ensure that this equipment is used properly and for the purpose for which state funds were expended. The intent of this policy is to allow maximum freedom of use consistent with state and federal law, NEMCC policy, and a productive learning and working environment.
Copyright Infringement Policy
Northeast recognizes the importance of protecting the owner’s copyright to printed material, music, electronic data, and images. Duplicating materials by any means must adhere to the Copyright Law of the United States of America, Title 17 of the U.S. Code, and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998. For assistance in determining the applicability of copyright law to a specific project, employees should contact the Head Librarian in the college library.
College-Provided Email Policy
Electronic mail (email) is a primary means of communication both within Northeast Mississippi Community College and externally. Email provides a quick and efficient means to conduct business, but, if not used properly, it carries the risk of harm to the NEMCC and members of its community.
The purpose of this policy is to establish the eligibility, expectation, and parameters for college-provided email addresses.
Password Security Policy
The purpose of this policy is to provide a set of minimum-security standards governing the use of passwords for Northeast Mississippi Community College’s information technology systems. This policy is intended to offer minimum standards for system and application administrators and developers.
Responsible and Ethical Use Policy for Student and Institution Data
The purpose of this policy is to outline the responsible and ethical use of student and institutional data.