10. Internet

Boarding Handbook

10. Internet

All students have personal email addresses (e.g. SmitJo22@student.aquinas.wa.edu.au) and access to computers to send and receive emails. Personal email addresses are created as follows - First four letters of surname Smith, first two letters of first name John, the year he graduates 2022. 10.1 All students have access to the internet through a wireless connection in their House. Students wishing to gain access to the internet must comply with the current College Policy for network and internet use.

10.2 As a part of the College’s duty of care, support staff will monitor student activities when using the College PC network. This may mean support staff accessing devices remotely.

10.3 The student’s laptop MUST be equipped with an up-to-date virus checking program to avoid infecting other users. The College accepts in good faith, that the computer contains this program and cannot assume responsibility for file damage should a virus be transmitted through the network. 10.4 The College can provide a list of software used on campus but cannot make software programs available. 10.5 The College does not assume responsibility of repairing students computers, this is the responsibility of the student and parents. A list of local companies that may be able to assist with problems with a computer can be provided by the College. 10.6 The College does not take responsibility for computer security while on campus. The personal computer or laptop should be locked or secured in a safe place. 10.7 Parents should contact their insurance company to discuss any special considerations that may apply to the use of personal devices at the College.

10.8 Students are not permitted to use external USB modems at any time. 10.9 Students will be provided with a school iPad in Years 7 - 9. Students in Year 10 - 12 provide their own device. 10.10 Students in Year 7-9 have their devices collected to store overnight by the boarding staff.