How to use public access PCs
Basic principles
Main applications such as Web browser, email software and Office Suite are installed on Windows XP. When accessing these servers it is important to realise that you do not have access to any local devices such as floppy disk, hard drive, CD-R etc. Your area on the Windows systems is "My Documents" or the H: drive. When logged into a Unix server you are effectively working on your H: drive. If you need to access a file in a Terminal Server session that is on a floppy disk, CD or memory stick, copy the file to 'My Documents'.
Logging on
1. Windows XP: login to the CAMPUS domain. This is set as the default.
2. "Other Applications": You will need to logon again, making sure the Domain: is CAMPUS. Once logged into the server you must locate the software in the appropriate Departments menu.
3. " Unix Applications": these icons allow you to run Unix applications.
Working Between Windows and "Other Applications"
"Other Applications" are run in a Terminal Server session. To switch back to Windows XP click on the minimize icon on the Connection bar. Once iconized onto the Windows XP taskbar you can return to the Terminal Server session by maximizing the window. You can cut and paste between XP and Terminal server sessions. Just switch between the sessions as described. For more information on campus Windows Terminal Services follow the link.