These documents are all linked with the use of computers, software and services.
Computing
Computing code of conduct, students
All students must abide by the Computing code of conduct, which explains your responsibilities for helping to keep our computing resources and services secure. People who break this code of conduct may have to face our disciplinary or criminal procedures (or both).
Health and safety: Advice for using your computer
Suggestions for setting up your computer and working safely.
Software, tools and content- terms and conditions governing the use of
By accepting a place on an OU module or otherwise using OU computing facilities, you have given a legal undertaking to comply in full with the terms and conditions governing the use of software, tools and content.
Using social networking tools: guidance for OU students
This guidance applies to you if you use a social networking site to talk with other students or to help your study. By social networks we mean any non-OU online tool that enables you to communicate or share content with others, such as blogs, wikis, Twitter and Facebook, but not email.
Please note that this document does not constitute legal advice. It is intended to advise and guide your engagement with social networking.
There is additional advice in the Computing guide covering copyright guidelines for students working online.