VA I.T. Solutions

Over the last few months I've had a number of new clients coming to me for help with ransomware, hacks, scams and other security breaches.

Security on our devices is becoming an increasing issue and scams are getting more and more sophisticated.

I deal with this kind of thing every day.

My advice is:
* Update passwords regularly
* Keep anti-virus software up to date
* Call me even if you feel something "might" be a scam, but you're not sure. (Prevention is better than cure!)

Out at Kingbarns the other day doing a software update to a solar installation on Cambo Country Estate .
Batteries supplied by the guys at Leoch Battery
Solar installation part of the infrastructure for Off Grid Travel

I was just looking to see the popular tech gifts for this year 2022.
A floating lamp appeared as No,1 in one of the searches I did. This was a bit of a shock as we got this for a family member for Christmas - purely coincidence!
But we bought ours from a British company, with great sustainability credentials and ethos.... can highly recommend their products and their service: https://gingkodesign.com/
They do natural wood bluetooth speakers, radio alarm clocks and much more. Worth a look if you're still searching for the perfect gift for the techie in your family (I'm not on commission!)

Great to do some work for another Perth business this morning!
Alan from Learner Driving Perth does all his admin from his home office.
They were having a number of problems:
💻too far from the exchange to receive fast broadband
💻only had slow connection via copper cable
💻no plans for fibre in that area

So, the only option left to create fast broadband was using the mobile 4 or 5G signal. To utilise this we put up an external antenna and brought this signal into the office, connecting it to a 5G router.
We then used a mesh wifi to distribute the broadband throughout the property.

Alan is overjoyed that he now gets 40+Mbps download speed! (10x faster than what he used to have)

Plus it was a beautiful snowy drive there and back 😃

💻Ensuring a seamless transition from Home office to Main office 💻

It's so crucial these days as many companies transition to a hybrid office set up.

I.T. Solutions installed all new IT equipment in the Guildry Incorporation of Perth office, having already completed the new hardware install in the home office. Fast, reliable and easy for the user - creating a seamless transition between both environments.

Back from supporting a client in a stunning rural location who was frustrated with trying to work from home with poor connectivity.

Their broadband was being received via BT via copper wire at 1Mbps.
I installed an external 4G antenna, connected to a 4G router, delivering upwards of 30Mbps broadband to their property and home office.

This enabled them to do away with their BT fixed phone line and have an IP phone system installed instead. A shift in speed and functionality like this is a game changer if you are working from home (or streaming)!

They are delighted and I enjoyed my scenic drive! 😎🚗

A trip through to Glasgow to help award winning Spanish restaurant Elena's Spanish Bar & Restaurant. Installed new machines, new software and checked all systems were up and running. A great team and a pleasure to work with.

Is some of your Christmas shopping from Amazon this year?
Do you know how to easily access your receipt for your purchase?
(It's not in the delivery box!)

This is a useful article that walks you through the steps:
https://www.online-tech-tips.com/computer-tips/how-to-find-and-print-an-amazon-receipt/

Photo by McCutcheon on

Through in Glasgow at a client last week a little extra time was factored in to take in COP26 and all the innovation at the Construction Scotland Innovation Centre

Seriously inspirational and amazing to see how much virtual and augmented reality is now used in manufacturing.

Frustrated with your WiFi?
I can help!

I've created and installed solutions to allow fast, secure and reliable wifi for many of my customers including:
💻 - people working from home
💻 - businesses needing upgraded connectivity
💻 - students doing online learning
💻 - carehomes needing multiple wifi networks
💻 - people in old buildings with thick walls!
💻 - those in rural areas tearing their hair out

You can phone me to talk through your problem and I'll be able to give you an idea of what can be done to help. There's always something that can be done.
Message me here or: 0772403 6696

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