Information Services – IT Services

Staff computing

Information Services provide the operating system and software for most of the staff PCs on campus, as part of the Staff Managed Desktop service.

Using your Windows 7 Desktop

  • How to tell if you have a Staff Managed Desktop: it is specified on the login screen when you turn the computer on.
  • How to use it: install software, save files etc: using your Staff Managed Desktop
  • How to print using University printers or personal printers: Staff printing

Your responsibilities

Security of staff computers and laptops: University-owned devices connected to the Kent network must have anti-virus software. Licenses are available, and all security settings need to be optimised for maximum protection.

Disposing of equipment: facilities for disposal and recycling of IT equipment.

Moving offices: advice about moving IT equipment.

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Last Updated: 10/06/2013