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Rules and Regulations for Faculty Server Usage

Rules and Regulations for Faculty Server Usage

Welcome to the Faculty FYP Server! To ensure a fair, secure, and smooth experience for everyone, all students must adhere to the following rules. Access is a privilege, not a right—misuse will result in disciplinary action.


1. Access & Eligibility

  • Network Restriction

    The server is only reachable on-campus via UTHM Wi-Fi or eduroam.

  • Account Ownership
    You may only access your own project directory.
  • Maintenance Windows
    Scheduled downtime will be announced on this site 48 hours in advance. Plan your work accordingly.

2. Supported Development Stack

You are free to build within the following tech stack only:

  • Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
  • Backend: PHP 8.4
  • Database: MySQL / MariaDB

Other frameworks or languages (Laravel, Node.js, Express.js, Python, Ruby, etc.) are currently not supported on this server.


3. Database Naming Conventions

  • Database name: <matric>
  • MySQL/MariaDB username: <matric>
  • MySQL/MariaDB password: <matric>

4. Prohibited Actions & Misuse

Any of the following will be treated as severe misconduct:

  • 🚫 Uploading or hosting illegal content other than your FYP
  • 🚫 Attempting to access or modify other students’ files or databases
  • 🚫 Installing or running unapproved services
  • 🚫 Cracking, brute-forcing, or scanning the server/network
  • 🚫 Sharing your credentials or letting others use your account

Disciplinary Measures: Accounts found abusing the server will be suspended and reported to the faculty misconduct committee.


By using the Faculty Server, you agree to abide by these rules. Let’s keep our environment professional, secure, and collaborative. Good luck with your project!

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