Bates College Computer Use Policy (exerpt)
A user should not alter the normal functioning of the computing system. This applies to attempts to reallocate storage space, to change the priority levels at which programs run, or to gain unauthorized access to other user accounts, passwords, or system directories. It also applies to attempts to degrade system performance, to "crash" the computer, to disconnect other users from the computer, or to send unsolicited messages and "junk" mail to other users of the system. These restrictions apply to all Bates computers, including public microcomputers. More generally, all users have a responsibility to avoid running programs that are wasteful of system resources, especially when doing so noticeably reduces the performance of the system for other users.

A user should not attempt to reserve access to the computer in a public area for his or her own use, and should log out in all locations when the computer is not in use. Generally a user should not use more than one port or microcomputer at a time.

Game and other recreational programs have the lowest priority on the system. Anyone using a computer in a public lab for game or conference must relinquish it to another user upon request. Modems may not be used for games, which includes muds and irc. Modems are a limited resource, and may only be used for educational purposes.