The distribution of copyrighted material from your computer, such as music, games, and videos, for which you do not have the owner's permission is a violation of federal law (DMCA) and University policy.  The purpose of copyright laws, including the DMCA, is to encourage creative work by giving creators exclusive rights to distribute their products.

You are responsible for knowing these laws -- read Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 or visit U.S. Copyright Office.