The main central computers are Sun UNIX servers which provide file storage facilities, an e-mail and World Wide Web service and access to a range of sophisticated software for data storage, analysis and display. Sun UNIX workstations are available in many science buildings for direct access. A range of software for word-processing, spreadsheet, database and statistical work is available on these systems and printing facilities are provided. An IT Services 'helpdesk' is available during the working day and may be contacted via telephone or e-mail. Problems may be solved on the spot or referred to an appropriate expert.
Personal help is available on the formulation and solution of individual users' computer problems.
IT Services sends out a monthly Newsletter to users, and produces various documents on common topics such as use of popular program packages. Increasingly, these documents are maintained on-line, and a more detailed description of the computing service may be found on the World Wide Web by following the IT Services link from the University Home Page .