Section 3 : Our Relationship with the Company 17
We use information technology resources responsibly .
We are given tools and equipment we need to do our jobs effectively , and we are expected to be responsible with this equipment . Company-issued computers and mobile devices are valuable assets that must be treated accordingly . Limited personal use of Company-owned computers is allowed as long as it does not interfere with work responsibilities or business operations , incur inappropriate costs , or violate the law , this Code , or Company policies .
You may never use Company IT resources ( such as email , instant messaging , the Intranet , or the Internet ) to engage in activities that are unlawful , violate Company policies , or may harm the Company ’ s reputation . Some examples of inappropriate uses of the Internet and email include :
• Pornographic , obscene , offensive , harassing , or discriminatory content
• Chain letters , pyramid schemes , or unauthorized mass distributions
• Communications on behalf of private or commercial ventures
• Gambling , auction-related materials , or games
• Large personal files containing images or audio / videos
• Malicious software or instructions for compromising the Company ’ s security
• Violation of others ’ intellectual property rights
You may not send email containing non-public Company information to any personal email or messaging service unless authorized to do so by your supervisor .
You should be aware that anything you do using Company computers is subject to monitoring . The Company ’ s right to monitor , access , and review all Company IT resources extends to business as well as personal information created , stored , or transmitted using Company computers and also includes social media sites visited via Company IT resources . You should have no expectation of privacy for personal information stored or transmitted on Company-owned equipment .
You should be aware that anything you do using Company computers or while accessing Company networks is subject to monitoring .