Questions You May Have About “Fair Share”

What’s this all about?
As stated about, the network, although robust, has its limitations.  It is possible for a student to consume enough bandwidth through activities such as file sharing, gaming, etc. that they prohibit other residents from enjoying their share of the network.  We also recognize that the need for and use of bandwidth comes and goes for each of us.  We want everyone to have equal access to the Internet and so we will not permit students to abuse this privilege by using more than their fair share.

What if you need more bandwidth?
We are now able to refer you to Citizens Cable, if you’re interested in paying for cable modem Internet service.  This service is completely separate from Saint Vincent’s Internet service and should provide performance similar to that enjoyed by Citizens’ local residential customers.

If you choose to go this route, it will complicate matters if you want to connect to on-campus resources.  Your Internet access to campus resources will be the same as if you were off campus.  

NOTE – you are forbidden from connecting simultaneously to both the Citizens’ and Saint Vincent networks.

What are the consequences if I don't comply?
Your network privilege will be terminated temporarily or permanently as determined by Information Services in conjunction with Student Affairs.