Solutions To Common Computer Problems

Hello! This web page aims to help Statslab users find out how to solve their computer problems without having to wade through screenfuls of mostly irrelevant information. If you see your problem in the table below, click on the appropriate picture to see a solution.

Difficulties logging in to the Statslab Windows machines.

The most common difficulties with printers, many of which you can fix without my help.

PDF files are much more difficult to work with than Postscript files, but some journals insist on them for copyright reasons. Here's some information about viewing and creating PDF files.

How to use floppies, CD-ROMs and memory sticks with our Linux machines.

Some points to remember when writing your own web pages.

If your question isn't covered above, try my longer list of Frequently Asked Questions, or browse through the local computing information (local access only).

	Difficulties logging in to the Statslab Windows machines.
	The most common difficulties with printers, many of which you can fix without my help.
	PDF files are much more difficult to work with than Postscript files, but some journals insist on them for copyright reasons. Here's some information about viewing and creating PDF files.
	How to use floppies, CD-ROMs and memory sticks with our Linux machines.
	Some points to remember when writing your own web pages.