Peer-2-Peer File Sharing

Footprints Public Solution #62543 Updated: January 2014

Peer-to-peer file sharing is the distribution and sharing of digital documents and computer files using peer-to-peer (P2P) networking. NOTE: Free music is not always legal music.

See the links below for information about OU policies and sanctions related to copyright infringement and unauthorized peer-to-peer file sharing.

• Hints for Sharing and Downloading Music and Movies

• Use of University Information Technology Resources, Policy 890

Students who engage in illegal downloading or unauthorized distribution of copyright materials using OU information technology systems must contact the Dean of Students Office (248) 370-3352 to resolve the matter.

For further help, please create a ticket with UTS by sending an e-mail message to [email protected].

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