Connected Home & Office

Reliable connectivity is essential for homes and offices. I carry out coverage surveys and design mesh networks to eliminate dead zones, optimise router performance, and expand wired or wireless coverage where you need it most. 

I can help with:

• Wi-Fi coverage surveys and mesh-network design & setup: heat-map testing, optimal node placement, dead-spot fixes.
   
• Router installation, optimisation, and firmware updates: secure setup, channel/interference tuning, QoS, DNS tweaks.
   
• Ethernet cabling, wall ports, and network expansion: plan runs, fit ports/switches, tidy cable management.
   
• Guest / IoT network segregation and parental controls: separate SSIDs/VLANs, content filters, usage schedules.
   
• Troubleshooting slow or unreliable connections: diagnose bottlenecks, ISP/router issues, device conflicts, interference.
   
• Network-attached storage (NAS) configuration and secure file sharing: RAID setup, user permissions, remote access, backups.

I help set up and manage cloud backups through OneDrive, Google Drive, Dropbox or iCloud to keep your information protected and easy to access. I also carry out simple network-security audits and advise on passwords and privacy for peace of mind. 

I can help with:

• Cloud backup setup (OneDrive, Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud): map key folders, enable version history, schedule backups, test restores, and avoid duplicates across services.
   
• NAS installation, secure file sharing, and remote access: choose RAID, create users/groups & permissions, set up SMB/Time Machine, enable snapshots, and configure secure remote access (VPN/QuickConnect).
   
• Firewall, password, and network-security audits: lock down router (WPA3, disable WPS/UPnP), segment guest/IoT, strong admin creds, MFA everywhere, password-manager setup, and breach checks.
   
• Data privacy and protection best-practice guidance: device encryption, secure wipe policies, browser privacy tuning, tracker/ad blocking, minimal data sharing, and a clear backup/restore plan.

Technology needs occasional maintenance. I offer routine Wi-Fi health checks, firmware updates, and remote support to keep everything performing at its best. You’ll have local, dependable support whenever you need it. 

I can help with:...

• Routine network health checks and firmware updates: scheduled reviews, patching routers/NAS/switches, and pre-emptive issue detection.
   
• Ongoing Wi-Fi and security maintenance plans: optimise coverage, rotate passwords, review logs, and tighten settings over time.
   
• Remote support and troubleshooting: quick diagnostics, fixes via secure remote access, and clear next steps if a visit’s needed.