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Top queries
- Can I save to the desktop?
Yes your desktop files are stored on your OneDrive the full location is C:\Users\USERID\OneDrive-Univeristy College London\Desktop
It is also advisable to save your documents in more than one location. Other recommended places are:
- USB Memory Sticks- see USB memory stick guide
- How can I scan my documents or devices for viruses?
Desktop @ UCL uses Microsoft Defender to scan individual files, folders and drives for viruses and spyware.
- Where can I find a list of available applications on Desktop @ UCL?
A complete list of available applications on Desktop @ UCL can be found via the links below. This will be updated as new applications or versions are made available.
- Where should I save my work?
It is recommended that you save your work on your UCL OneDrive.
You should save your work on the UCL OneDrive, if it is for personal use, or the S: drive if it is to be shared with an existing department/shared group. OneDrive and S: drive provide the following benefits which make them more suitable storage areas then UBS memory sticks, or external hard disks:
- The ability to recover deleted/overwritten data within 90 days.
- Hourly and daily backups.
- Antivirus/malware protection.
