What is IU policy on “warez” and software piracy?
The term “warez” commonly refers to computer software distributions that violate copyright license, but it can also refer to unauthorized copies of music, movies, or multimedia. Software piracy occurs when people copy and distribute copyrighted materials by circumventing or removing the copy protection. Indiana University strictly prohibits the unauthorized use or copying of copyrighted material of any sort, including computer software. While Indiana University does not actively search for instances of copyright violation, investigations into degradation of service and network problems, as well as routine security administration, can expose violations. In such cases, the university is obligated to investigate, just as it is for complaints of illegal activities or inappropriate use taking place on the IU network. Copyright owners do actively search for copyright infringements of their works using the procedures outlined in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). When IU receives su
