Find help with using Linux at the University, including connecting to Wi-Fi and the VPN, accessing Linux lab computers remotely and printing from your device. You can also find forms for Linux software requests, faults and project PCs.

 

Popular Linux help guides

Start with some of the most useful Linux guidance, including connecting to University services, accessing Linux computers remotely and printing from your device.

Connect to the VPN on your linux device

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Using Linux lab computers remotely

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Printing using a Linux device

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Connecting to the WiFi using Linux Devices

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Linux requests and support

Use the forms below to request software for a Linux or Dual-Boot lab, report a fault, or submit a Project PC request for supervised project work.

Specialist Lab Software Request

Request software / applications or VM for Linux or Dual-Boot Specialist Labs, Teaching or Research purposes
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Specialist Lab Software Request

Request software / applications or VM for Linux or Dual-Boot Specialist Labs, Teaching or Research purposes
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Report a fault with Linux or Dual-Boot PC

Report a fault with a Linux or Dual-Boot PC, which will be directed to one of our Linux experts.
Project PC Request
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Project PC Request

This form is to be completed only by students undertaking supervised projects, or by the supervisor. Please ensure you have discussed with your supervisor prior to completing this form, or ask your supervisor to complete on your behalf.
Requests will only be considered if they have authorisation of your supervisor.
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