Peer to Peer File Sharing PolicyThe use of file-sharing networks and software to download and share copyrighted works such as software, music, movies, television programs, video games and books can violate copyright laws. Both the person who makes an illegal copy of a copyrighted work available and the person who receives or downloads an illegal copy have violated the law. Many file-sharing programs have default settings that share copyrighted files, such as music and movies, through the Internet. Before enabling any of these programs students must read the fine print, make sure to understand the program itself, and only use such programs lawfully. Copyright owners are entitled to notify Internet service providers, such as Northwestern University, that IP addresses linked to their network are sharing copyrighted materials without authorization. The law requires the University to respond to such complaints by eliminating access to the infringing materials. Northwestern will disconnect IP addresses for those violating this law from the NU server. In addition, Feinberg medical students violating this law will need to appear before the Student Promotions Committee. NU BAYU
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