NYSERNet R&E Network - Policies

  • NYSERNet Research & Education Network Acceptable Use Policy
  • NYSERNet, Inc. recognizes as acceptable all forms of voice, video, and data communications in support of the research and education activities of participating institutions across its network...
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  • NYSERNet Research Network Downstream Access Policy
  • The goal of this revision to the NYSERNet Research & Education Network Downstream Access Policy is to engage and encourage Participating Member Institutions in facilitating broader participation in NYSERNet.
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  • Membership Policy
  • Basic Membership in NYSERNet is open to any not-for-profit institution, regardless of geographic location, which has a research, education, healthcare or cultural mission.
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  • Sole Source Justification
  • NYSERNet is the only provider of Internet2-level connectivity to educational and research institutions in New York State, and is the regional aggregator for access to Internet2's national research and education network.
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  • Router Capability Policy
  • Customer premise routers used with the NYSERNet research and education network must provide a stable, supportable connection, while enabling access to the network's advanced features and capabilities.