“Netiquette”

Rules for Computer Use at the Lincoln Community School

“Netiquette” is a made up word that means practicing polite, caring and safe behaviors when using computer networks in a school community or on the World Wide Web. What we do affects ourselves and other users. It also has a direct impact on the healthy operation of our Local Area Network.

When we use computers, we need to follow an honor system:

- Log onto your own folder only.

- Log off when you are finished.

- Make sure everyone has computer time.

- Ask questions whenever you need to! Questions help you learn about computers.

- Report mistakes or violations of these safety rules.

The computers and the Internet are primarily for school-related activities, such as homework, research, etc.

- Never install a program on a school computer.

- Don’t use computers for online gaming.

- Access for assigned school work has priority.

- Have a plan for computer use and be able to explain it.

- Check in with teachers before using the Internet.

Safety Guidelines:

- No downloading any software from the Internet. STOP at any message asking you to download or install and cancel.

- The Technical Support person will install all software, including plug-ins. Please see him/her with requests.

- Students may not use web-based e-mail (such as Hotmail), instant messaging or chat rooms at school.

- Some approved websites will be added to “Favorites” or to links on a class web page. The proper use of search engines, with adult guidance, is encouraged.

- Never give out personal information anywhere on the Internet.

- Never use the Internet to harm other people in any way.

- Always ask for permission to use pictures or text from someone’s Web site in your work. Cite it as a resource.

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