Whether you're a small business, contractor, or freelancer the benefits of having a solid computer and network will save you from the issues that result in missed timelines or revenue. From servers to SlingBoxes I will get your equipment set up and working right so you can focus on what important to you.

SUPPORTING YOUR SYSTEMS

Let's make everything work.

As graphics professionals, we demand the most from our machines, servers, and other tools. The wide range of systems I push to the limits on a daily basis as a designer ensures that if there is a problem I will expose it. This puts me in the position to head off your issues, fix known ones, and recommend solutions that will work for you.

DESKTOP AND LAPTOPS:

Need help in selecting a computer or a server?

In a couple hours we can unlock what you need from a machine and together we can formulate the best machine for your needs. I can guide you to the right places to save money on RAM and other upgrades and make sure the machine you are about to invest in will have what you need. Once the right machine is selected I can then help get you set up, files transferred, and get the software you need installed.

SOFTWARE:

What software solutions are right for you?

Need to do some upgrades to current licenses? Do you want to know how to rip your legally obtained DVD collection to iPod or AppleTV compatible files? Maybe you need some tutoring on the tools you use on a daily basis to end your frustrations and help you become more productive. Or, perhaps you just need some basic courses how to better use your computer.

With many years of experience in all the major software releases, I will help you gain productivity through personal training sessions. I can also help your organization with group workflow to reduce stress and meet deadlines.

SERVERS:

Time to take your servers to a new level?

You've seen OSX Server and have decided you want to deploy it. But what if but have no idea where to start? Need a qualified professional to ease the install? I will ease your migration and build you a server that is fast and reliable.

Don't have the budget to invest in the server grade solution?

$1000.00 to license OS X Server setup costs too much for you to stomach for 10+ users? Not to worry. OSX Client has the ability to handle most of your server needs as well. File Services, Mail Services, Web and FTP Services, plus much more can be handled by your current OS.

Say goodbye to or your current hosting service. Do it yourself.

Need help setting up a Domain so people can get to your computer? I can assist you in Static or Dynamic DNS services so you can begin hosting your own sites and email today!

DUAL BOOT SYSTEMS:

OS X, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Linux.

I can set up your machine up for Boot Camp so you can use Windows or OS X on the same computer. Alternatively, I can install VM Ware or Parallels so that you can run your Boot Camp Partition, Windows Virtual Machine, or Linux Virtual Machine side by side with OS X without rebooting.

NETWORKS:

Wired, Wireless, Routers, Switches, Ports, NAT.

You also need all the stuff that makes your computers talk to each other. When done correctly, this will maximize your speed and reliability. When done wrong, it will cripple everything you do day-to-day. Let's assess your demands and get your network up to speed to handle whatever you can dish out.

What about VPN?

Virtual Private Networks allow an off-site user to be a part of your local network. They can "see" servers, printers, intranets, and other services offered that normally they could only "see" being on-site. The best benefit is the added security layer for off-site users.

BACKUP AND ARCHIVE:

Gigs and Gigs of data.

Backing up your personal machine or a network server—these are the most ignored yet most important part of reliable infrastructure. Despite one’s best efforts, machines fail, files get lost, things get deleted, and files get overwritten.
Having a solid backup system will protect you from loosing potentially thousands of hours of work and save you from large amounts of stress and frustration in the event of a system failure.

The math is easy. If you’re a 10-person company and you lose the work of the past year, that’s 20,000 hours of time lost! The cost alone is frightening, and the potential liability issues are even worse.

You’re just one person, you say?

Save yourself from your spouse should a hardware failure occur and you lose 5 years of digital photos from your pet's first years or all the finances, bills, and emails you've ever received.

In either case using your back up only once in your life will be worth the cost of the setup a hundred times over.

CONSULTING:

Watching over things:

If you don't have the time to set it up, maintain it, or figure out the best course of action for your growth, then let’s work together. I can help you in every part of maintaining a solid I.T. infrastructure and take the worry away with unbiased feedback and recommendations.

What about the FUN stuff?

How many times have you returned a present from a friend or spouse because making the dang thing work caused too much anger and frustration?

Fear not. Request my services as part of the gift. Get that SlingBox Slinging or the Apple TV streaming and make the present enjoyable instead of a return.

LET'S DISCUSS YOUR I.T. NEEDS—CALL TODAY! // 503.715.0050 //
Start enjoying the benefits of a reliable infrastructure, or learn more about how the software and operating system you're currently using can greatly increase efficiency.