scope:

a. "Information and Telecommunications Systems" includes telephones, fax machines, desktop computers, laptop or notebook computers, and includes use of e-mail and Internet systems, including the World Wide Web (WWW).

b. The fundamental policy recognizes that we are all users of public funds and must aggressively guard against any misuse of those funds. In some areas, judgment is required on the part of employees and supervisors to determine acceptable use. This instruction establishes guidelines for proper use of government equipment but cannot cover every case.