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Managing your open access computer bookings
You can manage your open access computer bookings through the booking system (MyPC).
1. Log in to the open access booking system (MyPC) with your University username and password
Booking a randomly allocated open access computer (quick booking)
If you do not have a preference for which computer you book, use the Quick Booking toolbar.
1. Log in to the open access booking system (MyPC) with your University username and password
Booking a specific open access computer
Each open access computer has been allocated a number. If you want to book a specific computer, find or check its number via the Chichester maps or Bognor maps computer availability links. When you have this information:
1. Log in to the open access booking system (MyPC) with your University username and password
Connecting to the internet in halls of residence
Glide provide Wi-Fi and a wired internet connect to all halls of residence, which includes gaming services for Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Glide Wi-Fi
You will need to create a Glide account before you can use Wi-Fi in halls of residence.
Note: eduroam Wi-Fi can also be used in halls, however it does not allow gaming capabilities.
Email scam and virus advice
Overview
Although we take all of the cyber security precautions that any other major organisation should do, there are some vulnerabilities that technology alone cannot fully avoid, and example of which, is social engineering (see section lower down). It is important that you are aware of how to minimise the risks to you, your contacts, and the University.
Inspiration (mind mapping)
What is Inspiration 9?
Inspiration software is available on all open access PCs.
Apple accessibility options
Apple products come with many accessibility features including VoiceOver (screen reader), Dictation (voice for text fields), FaceTime (video communication), and Siri (voice and keyboard interaction with the device).
Apple maintains a comprehensive guide to them:
Have Word read files to you
- Click on the dropdown arrow next to the Quick Access toolbar and choose More Commands
Change the background colour in Word
Select the Design tab on the ribbon