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Residential computing: MITnet Policies
No hubs/switches/routers allowed on MITnet

A hub is designed as anything that converts one UTP connector to many UTP connectors. A switch counts as a hub for MITNet purposes. Routers (Cable/DSL routers,= "broadband routers", or anything else that does routing or NAT) are prohibited from MITNet as they interfere with the operation of the network.

No Sniffing

Don't try to intercept or otherwise monitor any network communications not explicitly intended for you. These include logins, email, and any other network traffic not explicitly intended for you.

No Back End Networks in Student Dormitories

For policy information and description, please see MIT's page on Back End Networks.

Additional Information

To see MIT's complete list of policies please see the MITnet Rules of Use.

If you have further questions, please contact an RCC by using the help request form.