Cautions about Computer Use at Work

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Registered: 10-13-2004
Cautions about Computer Use at Work
Fri, 10-29-2004 - 2:38pm
hey y'all--

I just got finished with a post on which I explained why I am spending less time on this board lately--this board is blocked due to content at work, and at home I just can't stay glued to the computer like I have been--my H is teasing me about having an online A :-)

Just wanted to pass along this....for those of you who do use this site while at work, you should be aware that many IT departments can monitor your online activities down to the keystrokes. This includes websites and email.

We have had to access this information from our IT department to document performance issues with employees in our companies. So my caution to you is to know your company's internet and email policy and be very careful (1) how much time you spend online, especially on a board like this, and (2) what you say in your emails and other internet communications. You may be working for a small company that doesn't have a sophisticated IT department, but if you do, use caution.

I am actually thankful I can't visit this board at work -- I wouldn't get anything done during the day! Sometimes I think I have traded one addiction (the A) for another (this board). But I have to say I'd rather come here than risk my M and my family over a selfish and wasteful choice :-)

Thanks again for your support here -- it means the world to me!

Meg