Personal Computing
The Personal Computing section provides a focal point for Stanford School of Medicine laptop and desktop computer users to purchase, maintain, configure, and secure their systems for use on the Stanford Network.
IRT provides direct technical support for central administrative groups. Also, certain School of Medicine departments have purchased support from the IRT Service Desk. Finally, IRT provides second or third tier support for Local Network Administrators (LNAs).
- Desktop Support. IRT provides basic computer related support, including information on how to get that support, setting up and maintaining your computer, setting up your printer, finding training, and getting support for your servers, database, hardware and software. It also provides SUMCnet service and access.
- Recommended Software. IRT provides links to recommended Windows and Macintosh software.
- Purchasing A Computer. IRT provides information on purchasing a new computer.
- Mobile Devices. IRT provides recommendations on purchasing and configuring mobile devices, particularly Apple mobile devices.
- Public Computing Spaces. IRT provides access to public computing spaces.
- Computer & Information Security. IRT provides information on how to secure your computer.
- Using Clinical Applications and Data.
- Wireless and Network Access.
We strongly recommend that you explore these pages to better understand your responsibilities as a user of Stanford’s computing resources.