Our services include both wired and wireless network configuration. Wired networks have been around for a long time and fortunately have continued to increase in speed, functionality, and reliability. Wireless networks haven't been around for very long (only a few years),and were initially plagued with signal problems, security concerns, and slow speeds. Fortunately, smart people have been working out the kinks in these problems and what we have Today is a pretty workable solution. It should be noted however, that an out-of-the box wireless network configuration is far from optimal for a home or business. Various items can and need to be configured for the best long term experience when considering security, reliability, and performance.
Specific services we perform include wired/wireless hybrid network troubleshooting/setup, interbuilding wireless bridge installation(point-to-point/point-to-multipoint), cat3/cat5/cat5e/cat6 cable certification, general network troubleshooting and optimization. We also handle file and printer sharing as well as paperless office migration projects. Email servers, fax servers, etc. We also welcome challenges. More often than not we are able to accommodate special requests for functionality that you may require. Contact us via email or phone for more information.
In August 2003, a windows security hole was exploited and a virus known as MSBlast was born. Infection count estimates range from 8-16 million. The hole was eventually patched, but was not widely deployed in time. Damage costs to businesses were in the hundreds of millions of dollars. Properly firewalled networks fared the best and, in turn, the damage was minimal to none. This is one example, there are thousands more like it.
When you share your resources to other computers in your business you might also end up sharing them to anyone who wants to come in and nose around. Unless protected, unwelcomed guests (some of them malicious) can remotely gain access to those resources and use them to cause damage to you or others, in the latter case it leaves the blame on you. At the very least break-ins leave you feeling violated and vulnerable. Therefore, it is increasingly important to take precautions against such attacks. It usually doesn't take much to thwart or hide from an attack but, unfortunately it's usually in hindsight that this is realized. We are very careful in our implementations to take this into consideration. In fact, our entire deployment model is built around security first, then features. With security, you MUST be proactive!
No matter how "open" any of us are, we still live in a world where we like to be able to close our doors and windowshades when we want. Computers are no different in that if left unsecured, we are opening our private lives and/or corporate secrets to the outside world for all to see and possibly alter.
Using state-of-the-art equipment we provide solutions that allow you to access what you want to get at right now, from anywhere. In the area of surveillance we use web server enabled cameras controllable through a web browser to pan, tilt, zoom to anything you need to see. They can even be accessed from your web browser-enabled cell phone. Recording is done digitally of course so security archives can be made just like a normal computer backup. In addition, because it's digital, you can email still shots or entire video segments from your cameras, or burn them to DVD. Digital surveillance allows you to do so much more than traditional analog tape recording solutions. Cameras plug into your existing computer network so no special multiplexing hardware or coaxial cabling needs to be purchased or run. Add to this that in most cases this type of system ends up costing less than traditional setups, and the decision to implement becomes a "no-brainer".
Again, access live feeds from anywhere on the internet, easy and flexible storage and backup, less expensive than older inferior systems, plugs right into existing computer network. Contact us via email or phone for more information, there really are so many more features.
You're away from the office and suddenly circumstances dictate that you must access something there immediately! Time and distance constraints conversely dictate that you must stay where you are. This happens in Today's world more and more often. From a management perspective, you want to make your company's resources available to key employees over the internet but you can't just open them up to the entire world. That is where VPN and similar technologies come in. They allow those you approve to access your network securely. Workers can be anywhere in the world and, with an internet connection, continue working just as if they were at the office.
This is a simple example, but illustrates what can be done. You may have your own needs that could be met by leveraging this technology. Another common use is connecting satellite offices to the main office network. We can help you reach these goals quickly and efficiently, as well as cost effectively.
Computers have problems from time to time. When they do we can get you fixed up fast. Out of warranty work is our specialty because we can move as quickly as you let us...you're in control! If you can get the parts cheaper than we can supply them for, great! Our only interest is in getting you back up and running as soon as possible within your budget. Our labor rates are $100/hr and we can usually get quite a bit done in an hour. In fact, we prefer to work on multiple machines at once to maximize your time and ours.
We have extensive experience working with virtually all brands of equipment. Operating system troubleshooting experience includes all versions of Microsoft Windows, Apple Macintosh(older OS 7-9 and Mac OS X), and many flavors of Linux.
Wise individuals find they need to ask for help once in a while. This is especially true when it comes to computer systems, due to their ever-changing nature. What you wanted to do six months ago but couldn't because of technology limitations may very well be possible Today. We can help you make sense of your many options. This alone can be very empowering. Workflow organization can also be simplified when talking to can-do people. Nothing spurs employee productivity like the well-oiled machine of efficient workflow.
We also offer IT outsourcing. Whether you just need a little help starting or completing a project, or need staff to execute the entire thing, we've got you covered. Temporary help for miscellaneous tasks is OK too. Call or email us to see if we might be the right people to help accomplish your goals.