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Technical Support for your Small Office, Home Office
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Get your computer, network, or other technical issues fixed by someone with the experience and knowledge you need. Please give me a call to schedule a visit.

Services include:

Great Support for Your Small Business

Whether you have a small problem like an infected computer, or something more challenging like the need to install a Server or NAS device to share resources, I can help you do it. Do you need to migrate your files and settings from an old computer to a new one? Are you ready to implement a robust wireless network with segregated networks or provide secure remote access?

I don't lock you into a service level agreement when all you need is some emergency support, a new computer, some additional storage, or a network overhaul. I have over 20 years of experience working with an environment like yours - true small business solutions where your size can be your advantage when it comes to implementing technology appropriate to your needs and budget. Let's discuss today what can be done to help you.

Malware and Viruses

Most people, it seems, eventual ly get a virus or some other form of malware on their computer. Our best advice is to use protection, stay current on updates, and know the warning signs of a potential problem. Some signs of a virus or malware infection are:

  • Unusual pop-ups
  • Your homepage changes or looks different
  • You cannot connect to the internet
  • Ads that say your computer is infected and offer to sell you a solution
  • General sluggishness
Give me a call and I'll get your computer back in shape.

Your Network Should Work For You - Get Your Wi-Fi Up & Running

Ideally your office or home has seamless wireless coverage that reaches every place you would need it. Reality puts obstacles in the way - such as walls, fireplaces, poor router placement, competing signals, and and other electro-magnetic noise. I can find the optimal configuration and positioning for your router, or set up an extended or mesh wi-fi network. Give me a call and we will find the right solution for YOUR space.

Email Should Be Easy

If you are having issues with your email then you are not alone. Free email offerings generally have very little support. Hosted business class email is generally much more robust and secure - but might need a bit more work to get up and running. I can help you get what you have back up and running, while securing it as much as possible. Or we can discuss business class products that take you to another level.

Take Advantage of the Cloud

The Cloud is supposed to make things easier - let me help you achieve that goal. Whether the Cloud you want to use is iCloud, a Google Cloud, DropBox, or something else, the objective is usually to provide access from anywhere and sync infomation between your various computers and devices. I can help you navigate this technology and get things running smoothly.

Pricing and Packages

The general onsite rate is $80 an hour plus a $20 scheduling fee, one hour minimum, prorated thereafter. Remote support is offered for $60 an hour, prorated, to existing clients only, no ongoing aggreement required. Please call for an estimate for your problem - I can offer specific pricing packages for some issues and offer a discount when work is done offsite and overnight.

Do You Need to Get Rid of Some Old Computer Equipment?

Please check the links below for full details on several options for recycling your computer or other home electronic equipment, including what is and is not accepted and where. If you are concerned about removing the contents of your hard drive before getting rid of your old computer then you should wipe the drive. There are various programs which can help you do this, many are free (of no cost), and one example is here: http://www.dban.org/

Charlotte now supports electronics recycling at their full service recycling centers. Click this link to find out locations: Charmeck.org Recycling

Union County offers electronics reycling also: Union County Recycling

And perhaps the best option - Goodwill in cooperation with Dell offers recyling through a program called Reconnect: Goodwill Recycling

I wish I knew of a great local program that takes still functional computers and does something useful with them other than recycling, but I don't - if you know of or run such a program please email me at the address below.