IQ-Wall Guidelines for Use

The IQ-Wall has been developed by the UITS Advanced Visualization Lab to promote innovative research and education using information-rich, ultra-resolution displays. The IQ-Wall installation in the Wells Library is a collaborative effort of the IU Libraries, UITS, and the Pervasive Technology Institute. The IQ-wall is part of Indiana University’s robust computing and networking environment used by members of the campus community to create, discover, and share information electronically. All users must comply with IU’s Information & IT Policies when using computing resources like the IQ-Wall. All users must also comply with IUB Libraries' IQ-Wall Policies for Use.

Guideline #1: Ethical use

The IQ-Wall is one of only a few very resources like it in the country that is openly available to IU students, faculty, and staff. Recognize that it is a shared computer and do not visit sites or store materials that would compromise the machine. Be aware that any work you do on the machine will be visible to everyone else in the First Floor of the East Tower. Please be respectful of others both when it comes to use of the IQ-Wall and the atmosphere your activity may engender. Remember that you are responsible for all activity that occurs involving your account.

Guideline #2: Accessing the IQ-Wall

IQ-Wall orientation is required before login access to the IQ-Wall is granted. Check the schedule for monthly, open orientation sessions or email wells-iq-wall-l@indiana.edu to set up a special orientation session. Once access has been granted, you should reserve the IQ-Wall to guarantee uninterrupted use. Consult the Wells IQ-Wall web pages to learn more about reservation process: http://libraries.iub.edu/iq-wall.

Guideline #3: Do not use IU's computing and network resources for commercial purposes

You may not use IU’s computing and network resources for personal financial gain and/or commercial purposes, whether for-profit or non-profit. This also applies to the IQ-Wall.

Guideline #4: Comply with copyright law

Don’t violate copyright law by illegally copying, distributing, downloading and/or uploading information from the Internet (or any electronic source). This includes copyrighted audio materials, movies, software, video games, and images. Copyright law protects a work, in whatever medium, unless it has been placed in the public domain. Owners of copyrights hold exclusive right to the reproduction and distribution of their work; therefore, unauthorized use and distribution of copyrighted works is illegal. Even innocent, unintentional infringement violates copyright law.

Guideline #5: Handle data appropriately

You must be aware that you have special responsibilities when handling sensitive data electronically. This is especially true when you are using a screen the size of the IQ-Wall’s. Sensitive information, such as bank records and personal health forms should NOT be accessed on the Wall. For more information about HIPPA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) and your responsibilities to comply with its privacy and security rules please see: IU HIPAA Privacy & Security Compliance Plan (PDF).

Please also see IU’s Guidelines regarding privacy of electronic information and information technology resources at: http://policies.iu.edu/policies/categories/information-it/it/IT-07.shtml.

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