Re: Journal of Immunology

[Kimberly Parker <kimberly.parker@yale.edu>]

Since I am one of those here at Yale that Daniel sought advice from, I
thought I would chime in here.

My problem with the definition of Secure Network as defined in the
"Cox-model" license is with the use of the word "identity".

"A network (whether a standalone network or a virtual network within the
Internet) which is only accessible to Authorised Users approved by the
Licensee whose identity is authenticated at the time of log-in and
periodically thereafter consistent with current best practice, and whose
conduct is subject to regulation by the Licensee."

To me, identity means "personal identity" and while we can say that an
Authorized User has been authenticated as a member of that *group*, we do
not check for personal identities when people are on campus.  The fact
that they are using computers on our IP network means they are acceptable
as walk-ins.

If the word "identity" were changed to "validity" or something of that
sort I would be very much happier about the definition.

--Kimberly Parker

At 01:40 PM 5/5/2002 -0400, you wrote:
>The "Cox" model license for which I was responsible does indeed include
>remote users.  Of course, the publisher of the Journal of Immunology may
>have adjusted the model license text.  Nevertheless it was always intended
>that the definition of "Authorised Users" should include remote access.
>The "Secure Network" is open only to Authorised Users (that phrase
>includes remote access), but it may be a 'virtual network' on the
>Internet; in other words, remote users log into the institution's network,
>which gives them access to the resources licensed by the institution's
>library.  For reference, see the model license text at
>www.licensingmodels.com
>
>I have no personal knowledge of the Journal of Immunology license and the
>terms of use that the publisher chose to adopt.  If it does indeed
>restrict access t campus only, then there is a substantive problem.  If
>the Journal is accessible remotely, then the definition of Authorised
>Users - not the Secure Network - should contain the appropriate wording.
>
>John Cox Associates
>E-mail: John.E.Cox@btinternet.com