Computer Mechanics, Computer Repairs Perth Western Australia

About

Computer Mechanics is a mobile computer support business based in Perth, Western Australia. We believe even small organisations need high quality computer advice and that they can't afford high prices.

We construct stable, high security computers and networks and we make systems run as fast as they can. And while we're on site we try to educate users in good maintenance practice. If we do our job well we will increase your productivity. Computer Mechanics have been supporting small organisations since the company was established by Garry Bloom and Darren Schwartz in 1997. Mobile units are supported by a fully equipped workshop and specialist back-up.

The company has a growing number of loyal customers. Often they're loyal because they know how hard it is to get good computer support. With Computer Mechanics they've saved money, they've got good advice and they know they're in good hands.

As Needed Repairs and Maintenance

Computer Mechanics can troubleshoot your computer or network problems, improve your PC’s performance or upgrade components on your premises?. We can also let you know what’s right and wrong about the way you’ve set things up and the way you run things.

Service Contracts

Contracts offer people the chance to lower their hourly cost of computer maintenance and customise their support.

Service contracts normally comprise time blocks that can be used for scheduled maintenance visits or call outs. Premium service contracts also include phone support and guaranteed call out times.
Computers: The most complicated equipment ever designed by humans and without close attention a time bomb waiting to go off. You probably can’t justify a full-time IT person; but your computer systems are still mission critical and sooner or later, you will need some computer support. Your can handle that on an as needed basis (as most people do) or take out a service contract.

Services

Technology consulting and assessments

  • Advice on operating systems, hardware and software platforms
  • Site analysis of all aspects of IT including security, network efficiency, PC performance and cost efficiency

Computer equipment repair and maintenance

  • General hardware, software and systems troubleshooting
  • Virus and spyware removal and prevention
  • Internet connectivity and email issues
  • Microsoft Windows 95, ME, NT, XP and Linux Operating Systems


Network services

  • Design, installation and maintenance of Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks and Virtual Private Networks
  • Wired and wireless networks

Broadband installations

  • DSL and cable connections
  • Security issues including software and hardware firewalls

Data security

  • Analysis and advice on back-up procedures
  • Data recovery using hardware and software tools
  • Disaster Recovery Plans (DRPs)

Upgrades

  • Upgrades and building of PCs to customer specifications

Help Desk

Mon, 05 Jan 2009

Unwanted Skype

If you use Skype and are sick of unsolicited IMs from 'hot chicks who want to talk', you can eliminate that problem...MORE>>
Wed, 31 Dec 2008

NBN fiasco

If you're not already following this, it's an amazing story. Sol and his American poker-playing mates vs the Australian Government. MORE>>
Wed, 31 Dec 2008

Driver updates

When did you last check for Driver Updates? If you have a blank look on your face, your PC or laptop is probably not running like it should. Here are your options...MORE>>
Tue, 23 Dec 2008

Sync files

Drop Box is a simple way of sharing files and folders with people over the Internet. Generates a link which someone can follow to access your file(s). It's still in beta but is available to Computer Mechanics clients at no cost. And to everyone else too.
Mon, 22 Dec 2008

2008 in one page

A good collection of summaries of the year that was, including the Business Spectator's Biggest Mistakes of 2008. Apparently they were all economic.
Sat, 20 Dec 2008

Nude Santa Claus

We've received spam offering Nude Santa Claus pics. Hard to imagine a less enticing offer. There'll be lots of Silly Season Spam, especially Christmas Cards. There's also some very convincing GMail and Google Analytics spam out there. Look out for that. Click carefully unless you want the Storm Virus for Christmas.
Mon, 15 Dec 2008

Internet Explorer

The Washington Post is warning users (even Australian ones) about a Windows Internet Explorer vulnerability that affects practically all versions. It's a Zero Day Exploit, which means hackers can exploit the weakness before the company develops a fix. A number of sites have already been infected.

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Sun, 14 Dec 2008

Straight to the Pool Room

Here's a handy monitoring tool for people experiencing excessive aircraft noise or wanting to buy real estate cheaply.
Sun, 14 Dec 2008

Ocarina as #1

You might wonder why an iPhone ap that mimics a woodwind instrument is the most popular cheap program in the world. That's what this ReadWriteWeb article tries to explain.
Sun, 14 Dec 2008

Hard disks 101

A short lesson in how hard disks work. You might say, 'why would I bother understanding that?' and that's probably a fair question.
Sun, 14 Dec 2008

Coke, McDonalds emails

No, big companies will not spam you with Special Offers. These are faked emails with links you don't want to click on. Details here.
Sun, 14 Dec 2008

PC turn-offs

Should you turn off your PC or keep it running all the time? Here's an article from the Sydney Morning Herald that can't really make up its mind but ends up at probably the right spot. Turn it off. Saves power.
Sat, 06 Dec 2008

Dangers of MySpace

Make sure your kids know that photos posted on MySpace and Facebook can come back to haunt you. Conservative employers WILL check your profiles and WILL NOT like pictures of you behaving in that way you do. An student teacher in Pennsylvania ran into difficulties getting her degree because of a relatively innocuous photo on MySpace. 
Sat, 06 Dec 2008

Review: Blackberry Storm

This looks like a botched launch. Sydney Morning Herald recounts a high incidence of bugs and problems with the virtual keyboard. A product that historically has had more attraction for big corporates who can push email out to users because they run enterprise versions of the Windows Operating System. Home user market: fail.