Rules governing the sending of e-mail

The use of e-mail is governed by the general rules relating to computing and the use of computer networks. Note especially that a registered user id must be used.

Most simple use of the mail system will cause no problems, but those being more adventurous in their use should bear the following in mind.

• You must not attempt to hide your identity when sending mail, or attempt to impersonate someone else. You should normally use one of your personal Cambridge email addresses: your userid @eng.cam.ac.uk or @cam.ac.uk. You may also send mail from a role email alias that you are entitled to use, but should include your name in the message. We have some advice on Changing your email address.
• You should not send abusive, intimidating, harassing or misleading e-mail.
• You should not send bulk unsolicited e-mail, see the University IT Syndicate’s Guidelines on Use of Bulk Email in Cambridge for more details.
• Don’t retaliate if you get junk e-mail: instead see the guidelines on what to do about Junk e-mail.
• You should not send large mail messages unless you have checked that the recipient is both able to receive them and wants them.
• The networking facilities used for e-mail are provided for academic use. A small amount of social or recreational use is permitted provided it does not interfere with academic work. Commercial use is strictly forbidden.