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Rights & Responsibilities

As a student, faculty or staff member of the University of Michigan (U-M), you accept certain rights and responsibilities regarding the use of your computing accounts and email, computing facilities, and network services across U-M. These include:

  • Respecting the rights and privacy of other users
  • Respecting the legal protection provided by copyrighting and licensing of data and programs
  • Respecting the intended use of network resources
  • Respecting the intended use of systems for electronic exchange, such as email
  • Respecting the security and integrity of the system or network
  • Respecting the financial structure of the network
  • Adhering to all general University policies and procedures
  • Adhering to local, state, federal and international law

For specific information about U-M information technology policies and guidelines, refer to the University of Michigan Information Technology Policies and Guidelines web page.


CAEN Conditions of Use

By obtaining your CAEN account and using CAEN network resources, you agree to abide by the policies and guidelines put forth in the CAEN Conditions of Use, and the following statements:

  • I agree to comply with all University policies, and state and federal laws concerning appropriate use of CAEN information technology resources including computing accounts, software, networks, facilities, and services. I will not share these resources with others who are not authorized.
  • Students: I understand that information technology resources are made available to me and by my use, and I accept both those privileges of use and my obligations as a student under the Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities.

Failure to abide by any University policy or guideline is considered a serious breach of community standards and, in some cases, may result in exposure to disciplinary action by the University. Some violations of University policies are also illegal, and violators may face civil or criminal charges.

Thank you for using University of Michigan information technology resources responsibly.