Girton College Computing Help
Common Questions:
How much is it to print in the computer rooms?
B&W is currently 5p per sheet (single sided) & 7.5p per sheet (double-sided).
Colour is 20p per sheet (single-sided) & 30p per sheet (double-sided).
How do we pay for printing?
As all the machines are now on the PWF, printing is charged in advance using the Common Balance scheme: http://www.cam.ac.uk/cs/pwf/print.html
How do I connect my machine to the Internet in my room?
Please plug in to the network socket in your room, and open a web browser. You will need to follow the on screen instructions.
Does my room have an Internet Connection?
Please check the availability with the Computer Office.
How much is the Internet Connection?
Please see: Charging Information.
Where are the Computer Rooms?
Please see: Locations.
Where and who are the Computer Staff?
Please see: Contacts.
What is a patch cable?
A patch cable is cable used to connect a network card on a computer to a wall socket, this is different to a phone cable as it has 8 wires whereas a phone cable has between 2 and 6.
A 5 Meter cable can be purchased from either Lodge for £2.30
What is a CRSid?
The CRSid (Central Registration Service identifier) is your logon name/user name/userid for most computer systems within the University. It is constructed from your initials and a random number. Your CRSid is unique and will not be used again. If you return within 5 years to do a PhD you will be able to retain the same CRSid.
What is my email address?
Your email address is your CRSid followed by @cam.ac.uk