White Collar Nerd helps you get the most out of your technology investments with our on-call, expert computer services team. We specialize in computer, network, and web design services for your home or business.

We honor each and every customer relationship by providing a free consultation to analyze and discuss your computer issues or web design needs. By taking the time to understand the unique challenges being faced by our clients, we develop solutions that are truly customized, even if that means we have to work a little harder!

White Collar Nerd can perform any of the hardware and software tasks that you require, typically at a lower cost than the area computer chain-stores can offer. Additionally, our technicians will come to you! No need to crawl under your desk, disconnect your computer and hassle with all those cords. No need to drive down to the computer store only to find out you will be without your computer for a few days.

• Computer Selection, Installation and Setup
  So many choices, so little time… White Collar Nerd can help you determine the best type of computer to fit your needs and budget, and provide the best sources for acquiring it. White Collar Nerd can even procure or build the system for you if appropriate. When the system is ready, White Collar Nerd can install and configure the computer, and connect it to your network and/or Internet access.

• Computer Troubleshooting
  Computers are complex and when things go wrong they can become beasts. White Collar Nerd's experienced technicians are adept at quickly figuring out computer problems, and in many cases fixing them right on the spot. In cases where hardware has broken down, White Collar Nerd can determine your best options for getting the system back up and running, and provide replacement parts. In the process of troubleshooting, it can also make sense to upgrade at the same time, to improve performance, storage capacity or functionality.  

• Hardware Installations & Upgrades
  Hardware installations can be intimidating even for people who are computer-savvy. Whether you're adding a scanner, a bigger disk drive, more memory, or any number of other hardware upgrades or replacements, White Collar Nerd can help. We can provide the best recommendations for achieving your goals, the best brands and most cost-effective sources from which to obtain parts. White Collar Nerd can also provide parts directly, and install them for you, while guaranteeing that things will work when it's all put back together. With White Collar Nerd, you'll always get "plug and play" rather than "plug and pray"!  

• Software Installations/Upgrades
  Unfortunately, just like with hardware, software installation can be perilous and is often tedious, such as when upgrading your computer operating system. White Collar Nerd will make any software installation or upgrade painless for you by making sure things are set up right. Our technicians know where all the updated drivers are, and they know the things that software manufacturers don't tell you in the manuals, such as how different software packages and options affect each other, degrade performance, etc.  

• Data Backup
  Are your digital photos & email sitting on a single hard drive with no backup? What about your financial records? If you are like most people, there is critical data you wouldn't want to lose when a hard drive fails or a virus corrupts your files. White Collar Nerd can help you figure out a convenient and effective way to protect your data by making redundant copies of it either on other computers, offline media such as External Hard Drives & tape, or set up a secure remote backup solution..
  
  In many cases automated processes can be created that require very little attention or maintenance. White Collar Nerd's Data Backup services:

  • Data Backup Solutions
    In today's world, it takes more than an occasional file copy to floppy or zip disk to handle your backup needs. These outdated methods just don't cut it for backing up your data. White Collar Nerd can assess your backup needs based on the types of files you create, and put together a solution that fits.

  • Multi-PC Data Backups
    You can introduce a lot of additional data protection simply by copying data between multiple computers on the same network. This process can be automated, so that computers "synchronize" with each other periodically. White Collar Nerd can set this up for you as part of a comprehensive scheme for protecting your systems against loss of valuable/irreplaceable data such as financial records, emails, family digital photos, and other important documents.

  • Data Transfer
    Sometimes you need to move data from one computer to another. In the case of moving all your email data, web favorites, application data, etc. it may not be clear (or easy) to recreate the same data on the destination computer. White Collar Nerd can do this for you.

  • Data Recovery
    If the unthinkable occurs, there may be a way out. In the case of hard drive failure, for example, it is often possible to recover lost data using highly technical tools. White Collar Nerd can quickly help you determine what your options are, and in many cases recover at least some of your data. Of course, if you contact us now, we can help you to set up a robust data backup scheme, and you most likely won't ever need this service!

• Application Services
  The ability to run useful applications is a major reason you have a computer. There are many thousands of applications that run on computers, and it can be challenging to find the right application for what you're trying to do with so many to choose from. White Collar Nerd can facilitate finding the right application for you, either from our direct experience with many applications, or we can help you research and evaluate a specialized application based on criteria that you provide. Of course, once you've made a selection we can install the program and make sure it's working properly.
  
  Application Services includes Microsoft Office, financial management software, contact managers (CRM & SFA), web site creation/management, digital photo apps, digital music apps, desktop publishing & communications software.

• Internet Services
  The Internet provides a powerful (and dizzying) array of opportunities for the user. What level of access do you need, and what is the most effective and economical way to set up your home or business? White Collar Nerd can help make sure you get the value you're looking for from your Internet services, and that they are properly integrated into your network.
  
  White Collar Nerd's Internet services:

  • Internet and Email Access - Selection, Installation, and Setup
    There are more options and details involved in setting up your Internet accounts than you might want to deal with. But if you don't look at the fine print, you will probably end up paying way more than you should for less service. Answer? Let White Collar Nerd help you find the service vendor and options that suit you and your home or business. If you like, White Collar Nerd will handle the whole process, including installation and setup.

  • Internet Connection Sharing
    If you have multiple computers, you can network them together to provide everyone with fast Internet service from a single connection. Not only does this save a lot of money over setting everyone up separately, but the convenience and flexibility is terrific! White Collar Nerd can set you up painlessly to enjoy "always on" web and email access - you'll never go back once you experience it.

  • Web Site Design
    Many families and businesses would like to have their own web sites, for more reasons than we could mention. White Collar Nerd offers a variety of web site options, and can help you get started in building a site, from acquiring personal domain names to planning, designing, and posting your data. We work with a variety of Internet service providers (ISPs) and will recommend the best fit for your needs. If you just want a simple presence or have a significant project, contact White Collar Nerd to find out how we can help you turn your vision into reality.

  • Web Services and Applications
    From digital photo posting to web communities to online auctions, the web offers an amazing set of highly useful services. White Collar Nerd can turn you on to some of the best opportunities for using web services to your advantage - and many of them are free. We will also steer you clear of the worthless ones…

• Privacy and Security
  Are you aware of all the different ways that private and potentially sensitive data (such as email, credit card numbers, family data, etc.) can be seen by other people you don't know or trust? White Collar Nerd can do a security assessment of your current network, computer applications, settings, and habits, and recommend ways to keep private data private, while still getting the benefits of networking and internet access. As part of our standard services, we can set up a firewall to protect your network against outside intruders.

  White Collar Nerd's Privacy/Security services covers privacy/Security assessment, firewall installation and configuration, operating system and application configuration/settings, establishing "best practices" for avoiding exposure of private data & remote security testing of your network's integrity.

• Virus Protection
  What do all these hackers do for a living? Contrary to popular suspicions, they don't work for the companies that provide anti-virus software… In fact, White Collar Nerd is very happy to provide our customers with virus detection and removal software from Trendo Micro, and help make sure your system is secure from these common threats. In the event that a virus is successful in scrambling your system, White Collar Nerd is there to help you recover, and prevent future attacks. White Collar Nerd's Virus Protection services covers virus protection assessment, anti virus software and updates, virus detection and removal, operating system and application configuration/settings and establishing "best practices" for avoiding exposure to viruses.

• Education and Training
  White Collar Nerd will personally tutor you in the relaxed setting of your home or office. Get personal, one-on-one attention that makes it possible to learn things much faster compared to traditional classroom situations. We tailor the instruction to your specific needs, so you don't waste time learning something you already know. Because of this, tutoring can be much less expensive than going back to school ... and much more rewarding! Training Services available for internet & email, Microsoft Office, financial management software, contact managers, web site creation/management, digital photo apps, digital music apps, desktop publishing, communications software & design apps.