Minehead Computer Repairs

Services

We offer a wide range of computer services to home and business users provided by a professional technician with years of experience in dealing with all kinds of computer problems. All delivered as part of a friendly, knowledgeable and professional service.

Computer Troubleshooting and Repair

We can diagnose and repair all sorts of hardware and software problems, so if your computer (PC, Laptop or MAC) is having problems like crashing or spontaneous rebooting or blue screens (BSOD), stop error messages, start-up and Windows problems or no power, freezing or hanging on start-up, internet/email problems or just running sluggishly then we will be able to help you get your computer back up and running as quickly as possible.

We will then let you know what the problem is in plain English.

We can respond to everything from a simple computer repairs to complete computer system upgrades, we don’ just cover Microsoft Windows operating systems we also support MAC OS and OSX, Linux and UNIX systems.

Hardware and Software Upgrades

We can advise on and install all types of hardware and software to ensure you get the correct and best value upgrades to give you the optimum performance. So if your computer is struggling with photo or video editing, is not able to keep up with the latest software or games, needs more memory, running out of hard drive space or are looking at upgrading your graphics card, CD or DVD drive then contact us for a top quality upgrade.

Computer Health Check and Preventative Maintenance

Keeping your computer up to date and secure is very important. Like any machine, your computer needs constant care and will become slower and start to have problems if not maintained regularly. This means keeping it free of dust, malicious software, and viruses and ensuring the hard drive is maintained to reduce problems in the future.

You may be surprised at how fast your computer runs after being serviced, as over time your computer gets bogged down with unnecessary data. It is recommended that your computer is health checked and tuned up every year to ensure smooth running and prevent future problems this will save you money in the long run.

As part of our Computer Health Check service to ensure your computer is running as fast and efficiently as possible, we will:

• Check for and remove viruses and spyware/adware from your Computer or Laptop
• Check for and remove temporary files and unwanted programs this will free space on your hard drive and speed things up
• Check your hard disk is functioning properly and efficiently, ensuring it is free of defects and errors
• Schedule maintenance checks so your computer can automatically keep your computer running at optimum performance
• Clean the computer inside and out to remove dust and dirt from fans and cooling systems
• Carry out other tasks to optimise performance and speed of your computer

Hardware & Software Installation, Setup and Training

If you have just bought a new Computer and need assistance getting it up and running, we can help you find your way around the different parts of the computer, install and connect all your devices such as printers, scanners, digital cameras, web cams and many other devices.

If you are interested we can show you how it’s done so you can do it for yourself in the future in case the computer ever needs to be moved. We can also transfer your important files and settings from your old computer to the new one.

Internet and Email

We can also help you with setting up Internet access, firewalls, antivirus software and email accounts to ensure your Computer is as secure as possible right from the start. We even offer a annual antivirus and spyware upgrade service to ensure that your online security is maintained.

Virus Detection and Removal

If your computer is acting strange or doing things you cannot control then you may have a virus or spyware. The problem may start out small, but if it is not treated quickly it can get out of hand and may bring the computer to a grinding halt. No matter what kind of computer you have, you need to have it protected from malicious software.

With new virus appearing daily and up to 1 in 5 computers infected with a virus without the user knowing, then you could be at risk. If you suspect you have any viruses, then contact us to remove them fully from your computer or laptop.

Not only can we remove viruses and spyware from your computer or laptop, but we can give you the best protection for the future and minimise the risk from catching them again or accidentally passing viruses to family, friends or work colleagues when you send e-mails or share files. Many companies now have policies whereby introducing a virus to their systems could result in disciplinary action or even dismissal.

Extremely malicious viruses can do catastrophic damage to your operating system. When this type of damaged is caused, we can backup your important data and repair or reload your operating system.

Internet Cleanup & Spyware Detection & Removal

Over time, your PC builds up many temporary Internet files that are may never be deleted and can slow down your computer. We can remove browser hijacks, premium rate phone dialers and all hidden temporary internet files, cookies and history to ensure your privacy is protected.

We can detect and remove spyware that may be hiding on your computer recording and transmitting your personal information and details of internet sites you have visited or people you have contacted. As part of this service we also provide top quality software to protect your computer now and into the future as more threats are released, your protection will be updated regularly to combat them.

Broadband and ADSL

We can install your modem, set up your broadband or a dialup connection to the Internet swiftly. We can also help with any Internet or e-mail problems you may be experiencing and teach you how to get the best from the internet.

We can also optimise your Internet connection to ensure that you are getting the best possible speed and we will even talk to your ISP to try and track down persistent connection issues you may be experiencing.

Firewall and Internet Security

If your computer is online you need to ensure you make it as secure as possible to prevent unwanted spyware, hacking and access to your personal details and files. You can protect yourself and your computer by ensuring you have all the security patches for your Operating System and installing a firewall, which keeps intruders from getting into your computer and accessing your private data.

Firewalls also can alert you when spyware programs attempt to transmit your sensitive information over the Internet and are crucial if you have an always-on internet connection ADSL or a cable modem. Protect yourself, your computer and your family today.

Computer Networks - Wireless and Wired Ethernet and Token Ring

We have many years experience of setting up Computer Networks and can ensure that your network is secure. We can get PC’, laptops, MAC’ and network enabled printers and other devices all working on the same local computer network.

If you want the freedom of using the Internet from the bedroom, garden, garage or anywhere in your home, then a wireless network could be the answer. It will also allow you to share your printer and files between any of your other computers, bringing convenience and saving you the extra expense of buying additional printers. We can setup up the wireless to be secure so that you can have complete peace of mind.

We are experienced in setting up and configuring peer to peer networks (hard wired and wireless) and in correcting network problems. We can help you with anything from 1 to 1,000 computers, and will ensure that your network is correctly setup and secured properly so other people can not access your private files and internet connection.

Data Backup & File Transfer

How often do you backup your computer data? What would you do if your computer data was suddenly damaged, hit by a virus, files accidentally deleted or the computer stolen? Would you lose your valuable data like digital photos, business details, contacts and email addresses? We can transfer or backup your important files, email and favourites settings and data for you and provide online storage for you.

Data Recovery

If your computer hardware, software or operating system is already damaged to the point that it requires a new installation, we can attempt to recover and backup your data before it is too late. It is also possible to recover files that you may have deleted accidentally. If this is the case, stop using your computer, as the files may become unrecoverable if they are written over by newer files.

System Decommissioning

Are you thinking of selling your old computer online or through the local paper? If so then there is a very good chance that there is still personal data on the computer. Unscrupulous people can then use this data to hack into your bank accounts, email, online accounts (e.g. Facebook, ebay and Paypal) or for ID theft. We can ensure that all data is permanently erased using the latest scrubbing software and then restored back to its factory state.

System Recycling

We can recycle your old computer equipment and make sure that it is disposed of in the correct manner and not just put into landfill. We will also erase and data and make sure that the your personal security is maintained.

Peripheral Setup

Adding a new peripheral such as a printer, digital camera or scanner can sometimes go wrong or affect previously working programs or devices. We can help to fix these problems quickly and efficiently and make sure that your computer is setup properly.

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