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Concept 8

Acceptable Use Policies (AUP)

Rules for using company systems, devices, internet, and email.

Lesson

Security Policies & Procedures

Category

AUP

An Acceptable Use Policy explains how employees are allowed to use company systems, devices, internet, and email.

It helps prevent:

Misuse
Illegal activity
Security problems

Common AUP rules:

No illegal downloads
No offensive content
No unauthorized software
Limited personal use
Follow security rules