TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR KEITHNET INTERNET SERVICES WEB SERVICE

This agreement represents the complete agreement and understanding between AMF Computer Solutions, (hereinafter called KeithNet) and the account holder and supersedes any other written or oral agreement. Upon notice published on-line via KeithNet, KeithNet may modify these terms and conditions, amplify them, and/or modify the prices, as well as discontinue or change the services offered.

If you do not agree to these terms and conditions, please notify us at (914) 358-2187 ext. 4, so we may initiate a closure of your account and a refund of your initial set-up fee.

1.0 Provision of services

1.1 KeithNet will provide services on its host computing systems to individual account holders in exchange for payment of fees and compliance with the terms and conditions of this document.

1.2 KeithNet Services are defined as the use by the account holder of computing, telecommunications, software, and information services provided by KeithNet. These services also include the provision of access to computing, telecommunications, software, and information services provided by others via the Global Internet.

1.3 KeithNet will publish a notice of fee increases 30 days before such increases take effect.

2.0 Use of Material

2.1 Public Domain materials (e.g., images, text, and programs) may be downloaded or uploaded using KeithNet services. Account holders may also re-distribute materials in the public domain. The account holder assumes all risks regarding the determination of whether the material is in the public domain.

2.2 As provided by United States federal law and by International treaties, copyrighted materials (e.g., images, text, and programs) may not be uploaded using KeithNet services without the permission of the copyright holder. Copyrighted materials may be downloaded for personal use. Except as expressly permitted, materials under copyright may not be distributed to others. Copyrighted material may not be changed nor can the author attribution notices nor the copyright notices be modified.

3.0 Use of Services

3.1 The account holder agrees to maintain a secure password to the account. Secure passwords are those that are between 6 and 8 characters long, contain upper and lower case letters, and numbers or other characters, and can not be found in direct or reverse order in a dictionary, without regard to the language of the dictionary.

3.2 The account holder agrees to use the services provided by KeithNet as permitted by applicable local, state, and federal laws. The account holder agrees, therefore, not to use these services to conduct any business or activity or solicit the performance of any activity that is prohibited by law.

4.0 Indemnification

4.1 The account holder acknowledges that KeithNet makes an honest effort to keep the information available on KeithNet's systems accurate. However, KeithNet can make no warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, regarding the quality, accuracy, or validity for the data and/or information available. Use of information obtained from or through KeithNet is at the risk of the account holder.

4.2 The account holder also acknowledges that the information available through the interconnecting networks may not be accurate. KeithNet has no ability or authority over the material. KeithNet can make no warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, regarding the quality, accuracy, or validity of the data and/or information residing on or passing through these networks. Use of information obtained from or through KeithNet services is at the risk of the account holder.

4.3 The account holder agrees to indemnify and hold KeithNet harmless from any claims, including attorney's fees, resulting from the account holder receiving KeithNet services which cause direct or indirect damage to another party.

5.0 Payment of fees and penalties

5.1 The KeithNet accounting cycle begins on the 1st of each month. Charges for new accounts are prorated. Charges for terminating accounts are not prorated.

5.2 Service payments will be submitted in advance of receiving services.

5.3 Payment is due upon receipt of our invoice.

5.4 Delinquent accounts are those that remain unpaid at the beginning of the next accounting cycle.

5.5 Accounts that are delinquent by two accounting cycles are put on "accounting hold" and may not be used. Accounts that are unpaid for three accounting cycles automatically have their files archived. Accounts that are unpaid for four accounting cycles have their files purged. KeithNet accounts continue to accrue charges while they are on hold.

5.6 There is a service reconnection charge equal to one half the currently charged set-up fee to remove accounts from accounting hold status.

5.7 The account holder acknowledges responsibility for the account until payment in full is made.

5.8 There is a $15.00 service charge for each returned check.

6.0 Account Cancellations

6.1 Cancellation requests for KeithNet accounts must be received in writing via email, fax, or postal service at KeithNet main office. Such requests must be received by the 5 pm Eastern time on the 15th of the previous month in order to be processed by the beginning of the next accounting cycle.

6.2 All KeithNet accounts must be paid in full before the transaction will be considered complete.

7.0 Abuse of Services

7.1 Any use of KeithNet system resources that disrupts the normal use of the system for other KeithNet customers is considered to be abuse of system resources and is grounds for administrative intervention. Some examples of system abuse include spawning dozens of processes, consuming excessive amounts of memory or CPU for long periods of time.

7.2 Depending on the nature and the severity of the abuse, the user may receive an E-mail warning or have their account suspended by KeithNet Technical Support. If the misuse is unintentional, the suspension may be rescinded following discussion with KeithNet Technical Support. If the misuse is intentional, the suspension may be rescinded at the discretion of the Operations Manager, and may require the payment of a service reconnection charge. Occasionally, unintentional misuse is misclassified as intentional misuse. Customers who believe their activity has been misclassified may appeal to the Operations Manager.

7.3 Violations of any of the KeithNet conditions of use are unethical and may be criminal offenses. You are expected to report to KeithNet any information you may have concerning instances in which the conditions of use have been or are being violated. When KeithNet becomes aware of possible violations, we will initiate an investigation. At the same time, in order to prevent further possible unauthorized activity, KeithNet may suspend access to services to the individual account in question. Confirmation of violations may result in cancellation of the individual account and/or criminal prosecution. The account suspension may be rescinded at the discretion of the Operations Manager, following payment of a reconnection charge.


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