All employees receive an e-mail account from the computer center on the central mail server of Clausthal University of Technology, which includes an e-mail address of the form vorname.nachname@tu-clausthal.de.

In addition to a "classic" webmail interface and the usual access paths via IMAP and SMTP for use with local mail applications, the Microsoft Exchange server offers extensive calendar and note functions. These are particularly interesting for workgroups due to the available administration and sharing functions. In conjunction with the use of Microsoft Outlook, appointments can be organized much more easily than in the past.

To set up mailing lists, please send us an e-mail with the desired name of the list (usually starting with the institute abbreviation), the purpose of the list and the persons authorized to manage it (RZ user ID) to support@rz.tu-clausthal.de.

Microsoft SharePoint is a web application that simplifies collaboration in groups as well as the organization and editing of content. This "modular system" is based on private websites that are created for work purposes. This gives you access to content from anywhere via a web browser and also allows you to share it with other users. This makes it possible to simultaneously edit documents or add lists and libraries to a team website, for example.

The data center takes care of the provision and operation of central storage space, performs daily data backups and maintains the SharePoint software.

More information: SharePoint product description

The computer center is responsible for applying for and issuing server and user certificates. The corresponding certificates are registered and issued signed by the certification authority of Clausthal University of Technology (DFN-PKI service).

A user certificate enables you, for example, to digitally sign documents and encrypt e-mails. A server certificate also enables authenticated and tamper-free data transmission when using network services (e.g. via https).

Applications for user certificates must be submitted in person to an employee of the Participant Service (accredited persons). In addition, the attributes specified in the certificate must be verified by means of photo identification.

In the case of server certificates, however, it must be checked whether the certificate is for an official service on a computer at Clausthal University of Technology. This requires an accredited person from the respective TU Clausthal institution. The accreditation application must be completed in full and submitted in person (together with any initial certificate applications) to the Participant Service.

The Computer Center operates a comprehensive portfolio of telecommunications services for Clausthal University of Technology. This starts with the planning, implementation and operation of the telephone network and does not end with the procurement of mobile devices. In addition to directly visible services such as the provision of telephone systems with extensive functions, for example for initiating telephone conferences, many services take place in the background, such as the operation of power lines for hazard alarm systems and building technology.

Instructions for all functions can be found in the data center documentation. If you have any further questions or concerns, please send an e-mail to tk@tu-clausthal.de