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General purpose computing guides

  • How do I leave a job running?
  • Using Informatics computers from home.
  • How can I host web content?
  • IT for events and conferences.
  • How to purchase equipment or software.
  • Introduction to Office 365.
  • Setting up calendars in Office 365.
  • Internet Safety.
  • Password managers.
  • How to find user information.
  • Disposal of Computer Equipment.

Data storage

  • Data storage options.
  • Storing data securely.
  • How do I store group data?
  • Some advice on buying NAS.
  • Accessing Samba shares.

Teaching guides

  • How do I submit my MSc Project materials?
  • Learning Technology support is available for staff.

Software and hardware

  • Linux.
  • Use of MariaDB (and MySQL).
  • How to configure sound on DICE with Alsa Mixer.
  • GPU and cluster computing.
  • Firefox losing bookmarks.
  • How to wake a second screen.
Last reviewed: 
12/01/2023

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