Tips
The Move to Mobile
When we started the shop 12 years ago, we offered curbside pickup and delivery of computers to be serviced. We were a little ahead of the time, because there wasn’t much demand for it at the time. Fast forward to 2022 and people are Door Dashing diet Cokes from...
My Computer is Infected
Most often when someone informs me that they have a computer infected with a virus, it turns out to be a scam site that they have landed on. In the instances where they are not actually on a scam site, I typically find that they are viewing an advertisement. These ads...
Video Splitters for Multiple Monitors
Looking to add more screens to your laptop or desktop? There are a couple of ways to increase your screen real estate. The best way will always be to upgrade the video card in your desktop to one with more ports and more power to run the extra monitors. But what if...
Lenovo webcam doesn’t work on Zoom
Many computers have apps from the manufacturer to control different features of the computer, such as sound, WiFi, and the webcam. Lenovo is one such manufacturer. If you are having problems getting your Lenovo computer's webcam to work on Zoom, it may be an issue...
Get louder and better sound from your laptop speakers
One of the most popular questions we get from clients is about how to get louder and better sound from laptop speakers. While there is a limit to how much sound you can get, and how good you can make it, there are some other things you can try and buy to...
Computer cleaning do’s and don’ts
Just like anything else, a computer requires regular maintenance if you want to keep it running well. One of the most important things is keeping the computer free of excess dust buildup. A common misconception is that you can clean the inside...
Why won’t my PC turn on?
Computers are wonderful becuse they are very logical devices. Something works, or it doesn't. It's properly configured, or it isn't. They're very binary in their behavior - at their core. But on the surface...well, that's a whole other story... Things seemed fine, and...
The truth about why your computer is slow
There are a number of different causes of a computer running slowly - age, infections, failing parts, too many apps startingup… The best way to find out what is causing your computer to run so slowly is to have a professional take a look at it. Our techs will perform...
How much should I spend on a computer?
I get this question a lot, but especially towards the end of summer when parents are getting ready to send their kids off to college (or are getting ready to take a class themselves). With so many options, you can spend anywhere from $200-$4,000. And anywhere on that...
Do I really need a computer?
I get this question a couple of times a month. Usually the question comes from a frustrated client who is revisiting their need for a computer at all, curious if they can get by with a tablet or iPad. It’s a valid question. With all of the accessories and improvements...