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Getting started with IT

If you’ve just joined the University, whether you’re a student or a new member of staff, get going quickly with this guide to your IT accounts, getting online, getting onto email, and free software including anti-virus and AI tools. You'll also find other resources that that can help you make your work or study easier.

OxIntranet

Information for staff is mostly held on OxIntranet; we recommend you look there first.

Go to OxIntranet (SSO required)

Your University accounts

Find out about your different Oxford accounts, and how to set them up.

Get started

Getting online

How to get onto the internet at the University: in your college and department, or even in the University Parks.

Get online

Getting onto email

Get onto your email account. Choose whether to access messages via your browser or an email client.

Get mail

Free from IT Services

We offer many free or low cost services (including antivirus for your devices and AI tools) and facilities to all members of the University.

Get free stuff

Get support