Computing Policies
Appropriate Use of Computing Resources
This document describes the range of activities that are permitted on
CS-owned computers and machines connected to the CS network. This
includes the appropriate use of computing, mail, printing, and network
resources.
Computer Accounts Policy
This document details the policies governing computer accounts granted
to users in the Computer Science department, including eligibility, account
types, account removal, and backup and file restoration procedures.
Privacy & Security Policy
This document describes the Computer Science privacy and security policy,
as required by Texas Administrative Code 206.
Web Pages Hosted by CS
This document lists the policies related to web hosting provided by CS for
it's users, as well as detailed instructions on how to set up and maintain
your web space. It covers pages for users, project web space, research
groups, and student orgs.
Printing Policies
This policy describes the printing resources provided by the department for
its users, including available printers, their locations, and the assignment of
print quotas management of the same.
Lab Rules
Do's and Don'ts for the CS computer labs.
Computing Resources Overview
Overview of computing resources provided by the department and the
university; computing, printing, web hosting, network access, and software licensing.
Netiquette
This document describes a basic set of etiquette rules for interacting with
other users on the internet.
Administrative Policies / Procedures
Purchasing Procedures
This document describes the procedures for purchasing equipment or supplies
with departmental or research money, including instructions and links to the
appropriate online forms.
Payroll Procedures
This document lists the procedures for payroll-related tasks, including
steps that must be performed by new hires before they start work, contact
info for the payroll staff, and online forms.
Travel Procedures
This document gives you information on traveling with state money. You will
find the steps you need to take prior to leaving, forms that need to be
completed, and how to follow-up after the trip is over.
Staff Office Manual
This document details the procedures and policies adopted by the
administrative staff at Computer Science, including, daily duties, hours,
absences and leave, flex time, mail and shipping, phone duties, etc.
Info for Faculty
This document provides faculty members with information concerning
travel and leave, purchasing, room and equipment reservations,
administrative resources, etc.
Info for Grad Students
graduate students can find information particular to their needs here,
including admissions info, administrative resources, computer account
policies, parking, etc.
