Computing Services

helpdesk@astro
For the quickest system and user support of hardware and software, email the computing group at helpdesk@astro.as.utexas.edu. Requests are immediately forwarded to appropriate staff. See Helpdesk 101 for details, and to speed resolution of requests.

Overview [ pdf ]
An overview of the hardware and software environment of the Department of Astronomy and McDonald Observatory. Includes printers and public workstations.

FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions.

Austin

Whom do I call for help?
A list of problem areas and whom to call to help you solve them.

Documentation
Available online documentation, and information.

Austin Computing Staff
Austin's Computing Services staff and contact numbers.

Mount Locke

Introduction
Mount Locke computer systems, data collection and archiving, telescope control and computer access.

Observatory Manuals
Available online documentation.

Accounts
Computer accounts and network access on Mount Locke.

Printers
Mount Locke printers.

ITS

Information Technology Services


Campus Computer Store

Campus Computer Store


Search Engines for Scientific Information

Scirus

Google Scholar


VPN

Use Virtual Private Network (VPN) for secure access from off-campus --free, easy, especially recommended for public wireless hotspots.

VPN installation

Bevoware