Can you remember how fast your computer ran when you first brought it home? Playing with a new computer is so much fun. Unfortunately, as time goes on, your computer will start to slow down. Your favorite programs don’t run as fast, and it even starts to freeze (don’t even get us started on the [...]

Set Up A Windows Printer: With Windows based computers there are two ways to set up a printer. Usually the easiest way to install a printer is to plug the printer into the USB port on the computer and it will install the printer drivers automatically. But on rare occasions, simply plugging in your printer [...]

Why is your PC making a loud noise? What can you do about it, and can we help? If your pc is making a loud noise it is almost certainty the result of damaged hardware. The exact cause of this problem depends on what noise your computer is making. As you can imagine, a computer [...]

There are a lot of things that can go wrong with a computer, the most flustering, is when the computer just doesn’t turn on at all. If you are having difficulty turning on your PC, there is one thing you can try before you call Nerds On Call. My PC won’t turn on, how can [...]

What is a “permissions not granted error” and what does it mean? Usually this error message is a networking problem. If you are on a public or shared computer, then a permissions not granted error means you are trying to do something that you aren’t allowed to access. This message could mean that you don’t [...]

I know that you are used to reading tons of helpful free tips and tricks on our site. However, as a computer repair company, we have to consider the risks involved here, and our official opinion is that you should not reinstall your Windows disk yourself. A complete reinstall should be handled by a professional repair tech. The reason for this, is because operating systems can be [...]

Why does my computer freeze when I try to turn it off? When your computer freezes during a shut down there is something you can try. First, you should hold down your computer’s power button for 10 seconds. Holding your computer’s power button for 10 seconds is called a hard shut down. Doing a hard [...]

Laptop cables can break for a number of reasons (to name a few: children, pets, general wear and tear…), laptop cables tend to frey more often because they are attached to a mobile device. If you have a broken laptop cord, we can fix it. However, we can’t stop your cat from chewing on your [...]

Viruses are the arch-nemesis of Nerds On Call. We spend most of our time cleaning up after viruses. Luckily, antivirus programs will keep you safe from prying, and hacking threats. You computer needs to stay updated against viruses, and spyware. We can remember a day when the only way to get a virus was from [...]

Software can do almost anything you can imagine, today computer programs make our lives easier and more convenient. New software is great! If you need any help learning how to use, and upgrade new software, we would love to help. We can upgrade your entire operating system (windows or osx), or we can update the [...]

Macintosh computers are amazing, to borrow a phrase from Steve Jobs, “they just work”. Apple computers offer high quality hardware and software options, and are very reliable. Everyone knows that Macs don’t get traditional viruses, unfortunately, on occasion your beloved iMac or Macbook Pro will need a little extra tlc. The Apple Computer Nerds here [...]

Congratulations! It’s time to finally buy a new computer or laptop. You go to the store and start looking around, but wait, how are you supposed to understand what 2.3GHz, DDR2, 4 Gigs of Ram and an Intel Dual Core Processor means? Sometimes the engineers who make computers forget that regular people buy their products. [...]

SmartPhones are fun, and they keep getting smarter. Today our phones do things that computers couldn’t even do ten years ago (do you remember when phones were simple, and we actually plugged them into a wall). The only downside to smartphones, is that fixing them keeps getting harder! iPhones, and Android phones are quickly becoming [...]

Laptops are amazing, they allow us to enjoy a flexible and convenient lifestyle. Laptops allow us to bring information with us anywhere we go. Years ago, laptops were heavy and expensive, now you can find laptops and notebooks that only weight 2 lbs! The only problem with these machines, is that all the wear and [...]

Nerds On Call offers comprehensive internet connection services, we will repair, install and teach you anything you need to know about your internet connection. Who can still remember the days of dial-up internet; you could brew a pot of coffee, fold the laundry and send your kids off to school, all before your computer connected [...]

Home networking will allow you to seamlessly integrated your computers, laptops, printers, smart-phones and tablets. If you have more than one computer and more than one user in your home, odds are you would benefit from our Home Network services. Imagine being at work, and logging into your home computer to print an important memo, [...]

The first home was designed by the Ancient Egyptians around 3000 B.C. Luckily, we have come a long way since those first mud roof homes. Today, home owners and contractors are starting to integrated technology directly into the foundation of their homes. Smart-Home technology is used to make your life simpler, and safer. Did you [...]

Parental Controls is something that Nerds On Call takes very seriously. Parental settings and filters are a reliable way to protect your children while they surf the internet. Nerds On Call has always advocated anti cyber bully efforts. We teach parents how to use simple programs to monitor and filter their family’s internet consumption. You [...]

If your kids (or husbands) are anything like us, they spend hours playing video games. A game console is a lot of fun, and more recently, they are even becoming athletic! Nerds are great at fixing game systems, and best of all, we offer free estimates! Whether your game system is experiencing the dreaded, “red [...]

Would you like a Nerd to take you shopping? Nerds on call will actually send a Nerd shopping with you, to the store of your choice. We can help you pick the perfect Home Theater set to fit your needs. We will explain the difference between a new LG Home Theater System and a Samsung [...]

Congratulations, you’ve finally bought that new Home theater system, every few years it seems we all need to upgrade from our older, smaller entertainment system. There are very few things as fun as watching a movie on your new big screen! Yet, with each new upgrade comes more wires, a thick home theater system manual. [...]

Would you like to network your home Apple computers? We can two or more computers together. We can network iMacs with Macbook laptops, or even PC computers with Apples. If you want, we can even network your coffee pot to your computer. Call for a free in-home consultation, Apple Computer Networking Services Macbook, Macbook Pro, [...]

Now you can safely access the data on your computer from anywhere in the world. Remote accessing programs will allow you to log into your computer from any computer, smartphone or tablet. We will help you pick out a remote control solution that also has the highest security and encryption standards. As with all of [...]

Have you bought a new computer lately, or do you need to transfer files from your work computer to your home computer? We offer a safe and dependable Data Transfer Service. Data Transfer can be used to move files from one computer to another, if done properly, (which Nerds will do) your valuable files will [...]

Home Network Security Your computer contains private and sensitive data. Nerds On Call understands how important it is to keep your files safe. Our computer and internet security services are designed to protect your computer from viruses and hackers. When you choose Nerds On Call for Internet Security you get two things. Firstly, you can [...]

Boost your smart phone/cell phone’s reception by installing a reception booster. Reception boosters can increase the speed and connection of any cellphone. If you’re living in a black hole of cellphone reception, we will stop by your house and install a top of the line reception booster. Cellphone Booster Services: Vehicle Reception Amplifier Home Cellphone [...]

OS (operating system) fixes: Is your phone deleting text messages before you’ve read them. Do you have a phone that turns your alarm off for you, while your still sleeping? We can fix all of those funny phone problems for you. OS upgrades: Just like your home computer, cell phone companies release updates. We can [...]

Has your cell phone been randomly pocket dialing your friends, even when your phone isn’t in your pocket? Hardware glitches like this are extremely annoying. If you are having trouble with your phone’s hardware give us a call. We can fix any smart phone or cellphone. Phone Hardware Repair Services: Broken Buttons Replacement Broken Cellphone [...]

Do you have a broken cellphone screen? We fixed broken and cracked cell phone screens. Nerds understand how important a cellphone can be, we will get your phone fixed as quickly as possible. Broken Screen Repair Services Blank Cell Phone Screen Bleeding LCD Screen Cracked or Shattered Touch Screen Unresponsive Touch Screen Give us a [...]

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Google Docs is a realistic alternative to Microsoft Word and Apple’s iWork software. Google Docs is a safe, reliable and best of all free program that does everything Word does. Millions of people trust Google docs as their primary word processing program. Google offers a free alternative to: Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and even Auto [...]

Set up a custom blog. Nerds On Call currently services small businesses and personal blogs. We can design a custom blog for you and build it on a CMS (content management system) so you will be able to easily write and edit your blog’s content. You can call us to set up a free quote [...]

Video Chat Technology can be used to connect with family, no matter how far away they live. Technology gives us the ability to communicate in more ways. Webcams and video chat programs will let you talk to your friends and family no matter where they live. Nerds On Call will set you up with a [...]

Almost everyone is on Facebook, as of 2011 there are 700 million Facebook members. If you have waited until now to set up your account, or if you just want someone to help you figure out some of Facebook’s features, give us a call. Our Nerds offer friendly, and easy to understand tutoring. We can [...]

Your computer, phone or tablet has the ability to run useful and fun “apps”. Apps add additional convenience to your life and they are a major reason you have a computer. There are thousands of applications to choose from and it can be challenging to find the right one for what you’re trying to do. [...]

Your computer contains personal and sensitive data. NERDS understand how important it is to keep your files private. Our computer and internet security services are designed to keep viruses and hackers out of your computer. When you choose Nerds On Call for Internet Security you get two things. Firstly, you can feel confident that we [...]