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Getting started with IT

Welcome to IT at Oxford. Get going quickly with this guide to your IT accounts, getting online, getting onto email, and free software including anti-virus.

If you’ve just joined the University, whether you’re a student or a new member of staff, we have guidance to help you get set up with all your basic IT needs, such as email and internet access.

We’ll also introduce you to the other IT services we offer that can help you make your work or study easier, including where to store your files, security features and more.

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 services (including antivirus for your devices) and facilities to all members of the University, staff and students.

Get free stuff

Get support

How to get IT support

Request help via IT self service