Hermes headaches? Computing complications? IT inconveniences? Alliteration anger?

Don’t worry — I’ve got you covered with 75% of those issues, which I think is a Pretty Good Success Rate. Hot off the digital presses, this is my quick and easy no-fluff guide to computerish things at Cambridge.

It’s aimed at Freshers, but I’m posting it here on the off-chance you’re still somehow unable to use your email or something.

Anyway, here it is: How to internet really good — A simple guide

Hope it’s useful.

The University Computing Service is currently trialling a new version of Hermes Webmail, with the rather distinct advantage that this time around it doesn’t make you want to gouge your eyes out every time you use it! It’s still in its testing phase, but from what I’ve seen it’s already miles better than the previous incarnation.

If you want to check it out, use the above link (don’t worry, you can still use the old version after trying it if you don’t like it). The link in the Quick Links sidebar will stay pointing to the current version, so if you want to use the new version as your normal client you’ll have to add it to your bookmarks (or there’s a link on the normal login page).

Update: the pilot seems to have gone well, and the new version will become the default interface starting on the 5th of August. The old interface will be available here for the next 12 months if you’re an insane person.