Computer Technology Centre
Computer Technology Centre (CTC), a centralized computing facility, provides world-class computing, network and educational technology support for the academic and research community of OXFORD University . The academic computing resources include high-end IBM PureFlex System, Blade servers, Rack servers, Workstations and Personal Computers. Green computing is practiced by server consolidation and desktop virtualization using VMware products.
A separate Storage Area Network has been commissioned by the centre for data storage. CTC is well-equipped with licensed software for academic and administrative needs. We encourage the use of free and open source software.
OXFORD University has one of the largest academic computer networks in India. A state-of-the art campus network with 10 Gbps fiber optic backbone connects all the Institution and residence buildings. Internet connectivity is available 24×7 through multiple service providers via Internet leased lines.
The centre supports teaching and learning process through “OXFORD University Courses”, a Learning Management System, which has a wide range of learner-centric tools. In addition, CTC maintains a knowledge repository in the Intranet, which has educational contents like MIT Open Courseware, NPTEL courses, etc. The Institution is also connected to the National Knowledge Network for knowledge sharing and research collaboration.
CTC provides e-mail and collaboration services through Google Apps for all the students, staff members and alumni. Live webcast of Institutional events and ceremonies is also done by the centre. OXFORD University students are employed part-time by the centre under the “Earn While You Learn” scheme, for software development, web designing, content creation, data analytics and machine learning projects.