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January 16th, 2019

5 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Computer

Running the Best Security Software Most computers today run at least some form of basic antivirus.  In the modern day however, threats have evolved to be more sophisticated, more damaging, and much more common.   Ransomware, malware, phishing, and zero-day attacks…
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January 2nd, 2019

Make IT Problems Last Year’s Problems

Around the world, the new year is a time for celebration. It’s a time to reflect and a time we typically resolve to make the most of coming 12 months. We do this by leaving last year’s problems precisely where…
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January 1st, 2019

Happy New Year

We would like to wish you a happy and prosperous 2019. We shall be back in the office tomorrow (Wednesday) to fix any problems or help setup any new tech you may have. Why not make your New Years Resolution…
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December 20th, 2018

Merry Christmas

I will be closing at 1pm on the 24th December 2018 for Christmas. I will also be available by appointment from the 27th to the 31st December. If you need to contact me during this time, please ring me on…
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October 3rd, 2018

Windows 10 October 2018 – Update

The next version of Windows 10 is out now. This version is called Windows 10 October 2018 Update. The update will take longer than normal to install around an hour. So, make sure you laptop or Windows tablet is plugged…
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August 16th, 2018

What’s That Weird Noise Coming from Your Computer?

New computers are whisper quiet, seeming to run on pure magic, but after a while computers can start making some pretty weird noises. Clicks, clunks, and about-to-take-off jet noises are the most common, but when should you worry? Your computer…
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March 28th, 2018

Phone Numbers

We are aware of a intermittent issue with our phone number. If you have any problems calling you can ring 01228 217100 or 07742444601 instead.
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March 23rd, 2018

5 Signs Your Computer is Crying Out for Repair

It’s pretty obvious when your computer is already broken, but how do you know when it’s about to break? Even before it falls into a heap and refuses to turn on, or flashes big messages about how your files are…
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February 15th, 2018

What to Do if Your Hard Drive Fails

If your hard drive is going bad, chances are strange things are happening and you’re a little panicked. It’s where you put your digital memories, your household files and maybe that thesis you’ve been working on for months. As far…
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January 25th, 2018

Windows Update January 2018

We have being asked a few times if this Windows Update it real or fake. When the update is ready to install you will see a notification like this the update is real. If you would like us to check…
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January 23rd, 2018

700 Facebook Likes

We have reached 700 likes on our Facebook page. Thank You!
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January 19th, 2018

Happy Birthday Us!

We are giving away a Google Home Mini to celebrate being 15 this month. You enter either call into the workshop for a raffle ticket or via our Facebook page and we will give you a number and put your…
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November 20th, 2017

Windows 10 – The Next Big Update Is Here

Microsoft have have released the next big Windows 10 update “Fall Creators Update” and have started to push the update out to Windows 10 computers, This update is very big. There is simply no way to avoid this update. …
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March 22nd, 2017

Orange Email Closure

We have been made aware of a plan from Orange to close some of their email account down. If you have one of the affected address (listed below) you need to take action now! Part of the press release from…
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February 25th, 2017

Windows Vista End-of-Life: What This Means For You

The countdown is on for Windows Vista users. On 11th April 2017, Microsoft will cease all support and security patching, just like they did with previous Windows versions. Naturally, you’re rather attached to your current operating system and not exactly…
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February 23rd, 2017

5 Ways To Love Your Laptop (And Make It Last Longer)

Laptop computers are one of the most fragile pieces of tech you’ll ever buy, but they also receive the roughest treatment. Extend your laptop’s life with these five easy tips. Avoid sharp movements during use: While some newer laptops have…
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January 23rd, 2017

Will That Click Cost You Thousands?

Ransomware was undeniably the biggest security threat of 2016 which will continue through 2017. No-one was safe. Hackers targeted everyone and everything, including home PCs – and they were astoundingly successful – earning themselves upwards of $846million from US reported…
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January 1st, 2017

We would like to wish you a Happy New Year!

To start the new year correctly why not take advantage of our offer of 20% off a Computer Tune Up – This will make sure your computer is running optimum performance for the coming year and maybe catch a small…
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