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Appropriate Use of Electronic Resources

Northwestern University

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Internet Usage Policies
Last Reviewed by FIRE

April 23, 2026

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Prohibited Activities ...
3.3 Inappropriate Use. System Users may not use Electronic Resources to engage in copying or distribution of software or digital content; phishing; circulating spam; etc. that violates the law or terms of a University license agreement.

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