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Cost Of Living Crisis - High Prices & Inflation

Rocketing inflation, ever increasing prices and shortages of computer components all make this a difficult time,
especially if you need to purchase a new computer. I am happy to advise - there are many options for keeping
the costs down.

Here are some key points to consider:

1) How much will it cost to buy a new computer / laptop that will suit your requirements?
2) Would repairing / upgrading your existing computer / laptop be cheaper than buying a new one?
3) Are there cheaper computing devices such as tablet computers / chromebooks that might suit you?
4) Do you need broadband to provide you with internet at home - are there cheaper options such as 4g/5g?
5) Do you need a newer computer so you can upgrade to Windows 11? Windows 10 will be supported until 2025.


Some Forthcoming Changes To Prepare For:.

The 3G Switch Off! Older Mobile Phones Will No Longer Work

Starting later this year with Vodafone, companies will start switching off their 3G services. If you use an older
style mobile phone, you need to check whether it will continue to work, or if you need to replace it.


The Deactivation Of Fixed Landline Phone Lines - 2025.

After that, everyone will need a broadband connection in order to have the new digital phone line. This will
be more of a problem in rural areas like this because these new phones will not work during a power outage..

These are the types of issues that I may be able to help you with. Please contact me if you need help with
these or other issues.


1) Telephone / Email Advice / Home Visits

As usual, I will provide telephone / mail advice, when you first contact me about a computer problem: I may be able to help you solve the problem yourself. But I may need physical access to your computer to diagnose the problem and repair it.

If you are able to and are nearby, I may ask you to bring the computer to me. Otherwise, I may collect it from your home. I will wear face mask,and disposable gloves for your protection, if required.

2) Remote Computer Support

I am happy to visit you home depending on the type of assistance you need. But, I can also provide Remote Computer Support as an
alternative. . I use an application called TeamViewer which allows me to access your computer remotely so, you can show me the problem that you are having and so, I can diagnose / resolve it.

It is very easy to set up and I can remove it after we have sorted out the issue that you are having, if you prefer.

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Increased Cleanliness With Computer Hardware

I will clean your computer with anti-bacterial cleaner before I return it to you and wear a fresh pair of disposable gloves when handling it, before delivering it back to you.

I still feel that this is important as covid and winter flu are still around.