At 8x6 we can set up your PC so that it reduces its carbon footprint when not in use.

8x6 can provide comprehensive technical support for all your home computer needs at great value to help you solve problems and complaints you may have with your PC.

We offer technical support for your PC through different media, including e-mail, live chat and Internet. 

Small Office Home Office. 

Work performed on the following Operating Systems:

• Microsoft DOS (all versions)
• Microsoft Windows Version 3.1
• Microsoft Windows 95,98 and ME
• Microsoft Windows NT (All Versions)
• Microsoft Windows 2000
• Microsoft Windows XP-Home & XP-Pro
• Microsoft Vista (All Versions)

All popular software and utilities are supported.

We can help with a range of technical support issues, from start-up errors and device conflicts to blue screen errors and systems freezing.  At 8x6 we can help your PC run fast and efficiently so you can get on with your business and make the most out of your computer.

At 8x6 our remote control software allows us to fix your computer directly from our offices.

We can see what you see!  We control your mouse and keyboard

100% safe, 128 bit encrypted connection

You can end the call at any time

Your privacy is respected at all times

We do not store any information about you

We can diagnose and often repair problems with a computer without ever personally visiting it.

A PC healthcheck is something that should be performed on your PC at least twice a year to keep your PC running smoothly.  At 8x6 a PC healthcheck includes, a PC Diagnostics Tune-up, Scan for viruses etc, it will fix errors and improve overall performance.

Is your computer running slower than when you first bought it?

When was the last time it had an 'oil change'?

It is vitally important to maintain your computer on a regular basis to help prevent system crashes and to optimize your computers performance.  Computer systems can become clogged due to the constant installing of new programs, internet browsing and general day to day use.  You may have noticed already that your computer isn’t as fast as it used to be.  We can perform a number of health checks to optimize your computer system to the best of its ability.

These can include the following:

• Delete Temporary files
• Remove Internet cache files and cookies
• Remove unused programs
• Clean old entries in the windows registry
• Defragment hard drives to improve file access speed
• Advise on windows update procedure
• Optimize the ‘swap file’ for optimum performance.
• Remove spyware, adware and malware
• Set up the system startup wait time correctly
• Improve system responsiveness
• Flush Eventlogs
• And many many more…

There are other aspects to watch out for on your computer.

Spyware: Software that sends information about your web surfing habits to its web site.  Spyware is often installed without the user’s knowledge or explicit permission in combination with a free download or a visit to certain web sites.

Adware – Advertising that is integrated into software.  Adware is often combined with a host application that is provided at no charge as long as the user agrees to accept the adware.

Malware – Malicious software designed to infiltrate or damage a computer system without the owner’s informed consent.

8x6 can advise you on the applications that you should be using to fulfill the potential of your computer and the tasks that you want and need to perform.

8x6 can help you get the most out of the internet, by ensuring you get the best use and the correct Internet setup for your particular needs.

We advise you how to protect your identity, your computer and your privacy.

We guide you to find the best applications and web sites that help you use the internet to improve your everyday life.

8x6 select the best freeware available and can offer a weekly download of software that has been checked, reviewed and evaluated, in one downloadable file.

8x6 can offer training in a number of ways.  The training can be computer-based, as an MP3 file, Internet based or in person.  At 8x6 we will be able to suit your specific needs.

At 8x6 we can arrange set up for 'Voice Over Internet Protocol'.  This is a system that essentially allows the making of phone calls over the internet.  This can be entirely free or at a dramatically reduced price.  You can choose to call computer to computer, computer to phone, phone to computer or phone to phone.

You just need a computer, internet connection, microphone and headphones.

8x6 can quickly and easily recover data in the following instances:

• Deleted Files
• Lost Partitions
• Bad Sectors
• Hard drive failure
• Formatted / Damaged drives
• Virus Attacks
• Software malfunction
• USB drives
• Digital camera and flash cards
• Memory Card Recovery – Digital Pictures
• 8x6 specializes in retrieving your memory card pictures if they accidentally get deleted

8x6 can advise you which hardware and software is suitable for your needs.  We can also advise you about the following topics:

Do you find using a computer a scary prospect?

Are you confused by computer jargon?

Do you need help with buying a computer that is the best for your needs?

Do you need help with buying the right software?

Do you want to get the best out of your computer and the it's software?

Then enlist the help of the proffessionals at 8x6.