An Internet Policy for Your Employees

1. Access Rules

1.1 Give employees proper training before they use the Internet. This should cover:

• How to use your Internet software.
• Your Internet policy, and how it works.
• Efficient use of the Internet. See Finding information on the Internet.

1.2 Make sure employees follow your access procedures.

• Configure software to maximise security. Do not allow employees to change settings or use other software.
• Depending on the nature of your connection, employees may need to disconnect once they have finished using the Internet. You can set your Internet connection to close down after a specified time if it is not being used.
• Only give employees remote access (eg using a laptop) to your network or Internet connection when it is absolutely necessary.