Find out about our new services, downtimes, upgrades and other news.
We also keep departments informed via their Departmental Computing Officers & system owners.
Tuesday 24 January 2023
Whether it’s connecting to Wifi, setting up two-factor authentication or using Zoom, the IT Services webpages are the best place to go to find information on using IT across the University.
Sunday 1 January 2023
If you got a new computer, tablet, mobile phone or games console, find out how to make the most of it and get it working with our services.
Sunday 1 January 2023
If you're returning after the winter break, we're available from Tuesday 3 January 2023 to help you get back up and running with University IT facilities.
Tuesday 13 December 2022
There’s a few things we’d recommend you do before you start your break, in case you need to use your IT account for anything.
Monday 5 December 2022
IT Services will be closed from Christmas Eve and will reopen on Tuesday 3 January 2023.
Monday 21 November 2022
On Tuesday 29 November, in order to maintain network security, we will be renewing the certificate that ensures your devices securely connect to the network.
Tuesday 15 November 2022
We are updating our service availability as we move further into the academic year.
Wednesday 26 October 2022
The IT Support team will be closed between 1-4pm on Friday 28 October due to a departmental meeting. Phone, email and drop-in support will not be available.
Thursday 13 October 2022
The IT Support team are working on improving our service as we move further into the new academic year.
Friday 7 October 2022
As we move further into the new academic year, the IT Support team are still around to answer your IT queries.
Thursday 15 September 2022
On Tuesday 20 September (between 9am and 5pm) we will be improving the user experience when connecting to the UoY Setup wifi network to configure personal or unmanaged devices for the eduroam wifi network.
Thursday 8 September 2022
As the new term starts, the IT Support team are here to help you with your IT queries.
Tuesday 31 May 2022
IT support will be available by email this bank holiday Thursday and Friday.
Thursday 19 May 2022
Starting Monday 27 June, Google Drive items (files and folders) that exist in multiple locations will be replaced by shortcuts.
Tuesday 8 February 2022
If you have been away from campus for a while, there have been a few changes to some of the key IT services you use.
Monday 24 January 2022
To improve security we are requiring all students to set up two-factor authentication on their University email/Google accounts.
Monday 10 January 2022
If you got a new personal laptop, tablet, mobile phone or games console for Christmas, find out how to make the most of it.
Wednesday 5 January 2022
On Thursday 6 January at 7am, as part of our commitment to maintain network security, we are making a change to the way your devices securely connect to the network.
Wednesday 15 December 2021
On Thursday 16 December at 8am we will be changing the way you connect to the York Print Plus (YPP) printers.
Wednesday 1 December 2021
Before you begin your well-earned break, here’s what you need to know about IT Services over the Christmas period - plus some things to remember to do before you go!
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(2011 - 2013)
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(1996 - 2010)