Computer and IT Advice

computer advice

We know that I.T. is not the easiest subject to understand sometimes, and that the fast-paced nature of gadgetry means that sometimes you can feel a little left behind. We're here to help. Whether you need advice on a new purchase, you're stuck trying to install some software, or you just need a helping hand with tackling a task, we can offer simple, friendly advice.

If you're looking to buy something new, from a mobile phone or a printer to a laptop or a TV, we can assess exactly what you need from within your budget and handpick a few for you to choose from - think of us as your gadget search engine! We know that sometimes the choice is just too wide - we'll find the best gadget at the best price, leaving you to get on with enjoying your new purchase.

Having trouble with setting up a new gadget, or installing new software? Just bought a new computer only to find the desktop full of trial software you never asked for, but not sure what you can and can't remove? Trying to complete a task, but it keeps going wrong? Give us a call. We can troubleshoot the issue over the phone or face-to-face, and if we can't fix the problem, we won't charge a fee.

Think of us as your local, friendly IT experts. Just give us a call or email and we will happily put a quotation together.

Unsure of some of the terms we've used? We've handpicked a few definitions for you below, or you can visit our glossary for a comprehensive list. Click on 'read more' to see the full definition.
Desktop Computer: Desktop computers are computer that are designed to stay in one place for use, unlike portable laptops or mobile devices. They usually are comprised of a monitor, tower, keyboard and mouse, all as separate items, although some desktops inte... read more
Laptop Computer: A laptop is a portable PC that differs from tablet computers by having a physical keyboard and trackball/touchpad mouse attached permanently to a screen. Laptops are typically of a higher specification and performance than tablets, but ofte... read more
Smartphone: A smartphone is a mobile phone that runs on a mobile computing operating system (such as Windows 8, Android or iOS) and has more advanced features and functions than a traditional mobile. Current smartphones typically have a touchscreen int... read more
Tablet Computer: Tablet computers are highly mobile touchscreen devices that are intended to be used for web browsing, multimedia playback and light gaming. The most well-known tablet computer is the Apple iPad (often incorrectly thought of as the first tab... read more
Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting is the process of systematically identifying and fixing issues when a error or failure of a computer system occurs. Usually the process is a logical process of elimination, starting with the most common causes of the problem... read more