The objective of the “Use Policy” (hereinafter referred to as the Policy) is to ensure the appropriate and secure use of AzScienceNet network resources and services for addressing scientific research, scientific-practical, and educational needs within scientific institutions of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

1. General Provisions 
   

1.1  The AzScienceNet network is intended for use in addressing scientific research, scientific-practical, and educational needs.

1.2 This Policy establishes the rules and conditions governing the use of the AzScienceNet network.

1.3  This Policy applies to all users of the AzScienceNet network.

1.4  This Policy also applies to all computers, laptops, servers, communication equipment, software tools, and network services under the control of the AzScienceNet network, regardless of their purpose (management, education, scientific research, etc.).

1.5  This Policy is based on the Constitution and legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan, as well as universally recognized principles and norms of international law.

1.6  In developing this Policy, international practices were taken into account, particularly those relating to Acceptable Use Policies (AUPs).

1.7 The administrator of the AzScienceNet network is directly responsible for implementing this Policy.

1.8  Every user of the AzScienceNet network must read and familiarize themselves with this Policy.

2. Prohibited Activities When Using the AzScienceNet Network

2.1 Knowingly downloading, creating, or transmitting computer viruses over the network.

2.2  Attempting to gain unauthorized access to or obtain elevated privileges on computers belonging to other AzScienceNet network users, or destroying or modifying their data, software, or files.

2.3 Using malicious software that infiltrates AzScienceNet network computers and disrupts or impedes the work of other users.

2.4  Illegally analyzing AzScienceNet network traffic in an attempt to discover passwords or identify network vulnerabilities.

2.5 Using passwords belonging to other AzScienceNet network users or making one's own password available for general use. In such cases, the password owner shall be held responsible.

2.6  Engaging in any form of vandalism against AzScienceNet network equipment, communication lines, or software tools, or attempting in any way to interfere with security measures or management mechanisms.

2.7  Wasteful use of AzScienceNet Internet traffic for purposes unrelated to official work activities.

2.8  Connecting hardware or software devices to the network without authorization, including computers, wireless communication devices, network equipment, and other similar devices.

2.9  Distributing unnecessary information to computers or network equipment in a manner that causes congestion of AzScienceNet network communication channels.

2.10 Sending spam or anonymous email messages through the AzScienceNet network.

2.11 Attempting to gain unauthorized access to AzScienceNet network resources, carry out network attacks, or compromise the network.

2.12 Engaging in activities intended to disrupt the operation of AzScienceNet network components, including computers, servers, network communication equipment, and their software tools. 

2.13 Spoofing IP addresses used within the AzScienceNet network or on the Internet (IP spoofing).

2.14 Using AzScienceNet network resources to create, download, or transmit pornographic or offensive images and videos, or to engage in other activities prohibited by law.

2.15 Using AzScienceNet network resources for fraud, obtaining financial gain, conducting commercial activities, or engaging in any other unlawful activities.

3. Actions to provide the rules for using AzScienceNet 
   

3.1  Permanent registration and monitoring of AzScienceNet use is implemented (collection of logs).

3.2  Following data related in Internet utilization of AzScienceNet users’ is registered:

-          Time of access to the Internet;

  -Duration of Internet use;

  - Visited Web-sites;

  - Volume and type of downloaded data.

3.3  AzScienceNet users’ access to the non-profiled web resources and download of some files (avi, mp3 etc. files) can be limited.

3.4  With the goal of to prevent lavishly use of internet connect channel of AzScienceNet, users’ access speed can be reduced.

4. User agreement 
   

All the users of AzScienceNet should comply with this Policy. User agrees to comply with this policy:

I got familiar with the relevant policy and agree to follow all the principles.

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F.M.L                                                                                                Date

Signature ______________                             

Policy has been elaborated in the ANAS Institute of Information Technologies and asserted in the Scientific council of the institute (On January 07 2011, protocol #1)

Note: RFC (Requests for Comments) documents were used for creation of this document. RFC is published by The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) assigned to international professional Internet Society (ISOC) that engaged in the development and availability of Internet network.

List of used RFCs:

RFC 5777 - Traffic Classification and Quality of Service (QoS))

RFC 2026 - The Internet Standards Process

RFC 1123 - Requirements for Internet Hosts - Application and service support

RFC 1066 - Management Information Base for Network Management of TCP/IP-based internets

RFC 1095 - The Common Management Information Services and Protocol over TCP/IP (CMOT)

RFC 1155 - Structure and identification of management information for TCP/IP-based internets

RFC 1102 - Policy Routing in Internet Protocols

RFC 1392 - Internet Users' Glossary

RFC 1173 - Responsibilities of Host and Network Managers