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What should users do if they suspect their logon ID has been compromised?
What should users do if they suspect their logon ID has been compromised?
What is a prohibited activity according to the Sheriff's Policy Manual?
What is a prohibited activity according to the Sheriff's Policy Manual?
Who can authorize access to another employee's computer account?
Who can authorize access to another employee's computer account?
What should users avoid doing with their logon ID and password?
What should users avoid doing with their logon ID and password?
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What is a responsibility of users with regards to their logon ID?
What is a responsibility of users with regards to their logon ID?
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What is prohibited according to the Sheriff's Policy Manual?
What is prohibited according to the Sheriff's Policy Manual?
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What is a consequence of violating the Sheriff's Policy Manual?
What is a consequence of violating the Sheriff's Policy Manual?
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Who is responsible for authorizing software installations on BSO computers?
Who is responsible for authorizing software installations on BSO computers?
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What is the primary purpose of the Social Media/Social Networking Policy?
What is the primary purpose of the Social Media/Social Networking Policy?
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What should employees avoid doing on social media while off-duty?
What should employees avoid doing on social media while off-duty?
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What is the purpose of cautioning employees about their speech on social media?
What is the purpose of cautioning employees about their speech on social media?
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What is included in the definition of Social Media?
What is included in the definition of Social Media?
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What is the term for social networking using a mobile phone or cellular-based device?
What is the term for social networking using a mobile phone or cellular-based device?
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What may happen to employees who fail to comply with the social media guidelines?
What may happen to employees who fail to comply with the social media guidelines?
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Why should employees be cautious when posting on social media?
Why should employees be cautious when posting on social media?
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What is a blog, as defined in the policy?
What is a blog, as defined in the policy?
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What is the term for typing a message, uploading graphics/videos, or posting electronic media to an online forum or newsgroup?
What is the term for typing a message, uploading graphics/videos, or posting electronic media to an online forum or newsgroup?
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What is an authorized exception to the social media guidelines?
What is an authorized exception to the social media guidelines?
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Why are employees encouraged to seek guidance from their supervisors?
Why are employees encouraged to seek guidance from their supervisors?
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What is a personal website, as defined in the policy?
What is a personal website, as defined in the policy?
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What is the term for a collection of one or more web pages?
What is the term for a collection of one or more web pages?
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What should undercover operations employees avoid doing on social media?
What should undercover operations employees avoid doing on social media?
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Why are employees cautioned about their speech made pursuant to their official duties?
Why are employees cautioned about their speech made pursuant to their official duties?
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What is the term for a single page you see when accessing the internet?
What is the term for a single page you see when accessing the internet?
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Who can grant permission for employees to use social media for investigative purposes?
Who can grant permission for employees to use social media for investigative purposes?
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What type of content is prohibited on social media according to the Sheriff's Policy Manual?
What type of content is prohibited on social media according to the Sheriff's Policy Manual?
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What is the purpose of prohibiting certain types of social media content?
What is the purpose of prohibiting certain types of social media content?
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What type of information is prohibited from being posted on social media without authorization?
What type of information is prohibited from being posted on social media without authorization?
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What is prohibited from being photographed or video-taped without authorization?
What is prohibited from being photographed or video-taped without authorization?
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What is expected of employees when displaying logos, badges, seals, or uniforms on social media?
What is expected of employees when displaying logos, badges, seals, or uniforms on social media?
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What is the primary goal of the Sheriff's Policy Manual regarding social media use?
What is the primary goal of the Sheriff's Policy Manual regarding social media use?
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What is the consequence of violating the Sheriff's Policy Manual regarding social media use?
What is the consequence of violating the Sheriff's Policy Manual regarding social media use?
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What information may a profile display on a social networking site?
What information may a profile display on a social networking site?
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What type of sites are employees allowed to participate in while off-duty?
What type of sites are employees allowed to participate in while off-duty?
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What is required for postings on an individual departmental networking site?
What is required for postings on an individual departmental networking site?
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What is prohibited in the use of social media/social networking platforms?
What is prohibited in the use of social media/social networking platforms?
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What is a characteristic of chat rooms?
What is a characteristic of chat rooms?
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What is recommended for employees when displaying personal profiles on social media?
What is recommended for employees when displaying personal profiles on social media?
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What is required for the development of an individual departmental networking site?
What is required for the development of an individual departmental networking site?
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What is a characteristic of profiles on social networking sites?
What is a characteristic of profiles on social networking sites?
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Study Notes
Computer Usage Policy
Security and Access
- Users must protect their logon ID and password from unauthorized access and report any suspected compromise to ITD.
- Users are responsible for all activity on their logon ID.
- Authorized ITD members or individuals with explicit authorization can access another employee's computer account.
Safeguarding Logon ID and Password
- Users must make every reasonable effort to safeguard their logon ID and password from unauthorized users.
- Examples of prohibited actions include taping logon ID and/or password to the monitor or keyboard.
Data Security
- Users cannot attempt to circumvent data security schemes, identify or exploit security weaknesses, or decrypt secure data.
Privacy and Confidentiality
- Users cannot monitor, read, copy, change, delete, or tamper with another employee's electronic communications, files, or software without express authorization.
- Users cannot use the BSO network to gain unauthorized access to any computer system.
Electronic Communications
- Users cannot forge the source of electronic communications, alter system data used to identify the source of messages, or obscure the origination of communications.
Information Disclosure
- Users cannot disclose or transmit information to unauthorized persons.
Legal Compliance
- Users cannot use their computers in a manner that violates federal, state, or local law or regulation.
System Integrity
- Users cannot knowingly or recklessly interfere with the normal operation of computers, peripherals, or networks.
Equipment and Software Installation
- Users cannot install equipment or software on their BSO computer or the BSO network without first obtaining authorization from ITD.
Social Media/Social Networking Policy
Purpose
- To provide guidelines for Broward Sheriff's Office employees on the use of social media and social networking.
Definitions
- Social Media: Online sources that allow people to communicate, share information, and exchange multimedia files with others.
- Social Networking: Online platforms where users can network, socialize, communicate, and exchange information with others.
- Mobile Social Networking: Social networking using a mobile phone or cellular-based device.
- Blogs: Personal online journals or commentaries that allow visitors to post opinions, responses, or comments.
- Posting: Typing a message, uploading graphics/videos, or any electronic media to an online forum or newsgroup.
- Personal Website: An online site created by an individual for social, entertainment, or business purposes.
- Profile: A self-defined description of a person displayed on a webpage or social networking site.
- Chat Rooms: Online gatherings where users can communicate with each other and exchange information via instant messaging.
Policy
- Employees have the right to participate in social networking/social media sites while off-duty, but must use caution to avoid discrediting themselves or the agency.
- Development of individual departmental networking sites is prohibited unless approved by the Sheriff or designee.
- Employees must not use social media/social networking platforms in violation of BSO's "Standards of Conduct," State or Federal law.
- Employees are prohibited from using social media/social networking platforms while on duty unless supervisory permission is granted for investigative or public information purposes.
- Employees are prohibited from disseminating content inconsistent with the duties, conduct, and responsibilities of a Broward Sheriff's Office employee.
- Employees are prohibited from posting confidential, sensitive, or copyrighted information related to ongoing investigations or operations.
- Employees must exercise good judgment in displaying logos, badges, seals, uniforms, vehicles, equipment, or any item associated with the agency.
- Employees working in undercover operations must not post any form of visual or personal identification as an employee of the agency.
- Employees must conduct themselves professionally while using social media off-duty and not reflect negatively upon the agency or its mission.
- Employees are cautioned that speech on- or off-duty, made pursuant to their official duties, may be subject to disciplinary action if in violation of BSO's "Standards of Conduct" or any other applicable sections of the Sheriff's Policy Manual.
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This quiz covers the policies and guidelines for computer usage in a Sheriff's office, including password security and account access.
