Plain English advice on PC repairs, cybersecurity, gaming rigs and everything IT — from the team at GLS Tech in County Durham.
BIOS corruption can leave your PC with no display and no boot — effectively bricked. We explain what causes it, how we recover it (including chip-level repair), and why it beats replacing the motherboard.
A dedicated GPU is essential for gaming — but relying on it alone removes a critical troubleshooting fallback. Here's why an iGPU is worth having in every build.
AI chatbots sound confident — but one wrong command on a failing drive can make your data unrecoverable. Here's why disk issues need a qualified technician, not ChatGPT.
Google doesn't make it easy to display your reviews on your own site. We built a free, open-source solution — a Python sync script for Windows and a drop-in JavaScript widget. No subscriptions, no middlemen.
MDT works — until it doesn't. We switched to FOG Project for network-based imaging and OS deployment. Here's why we made the switch and whether it was worth it.
Hard drives don't usually die without warning. Clicking sounds, slow file access, frequent crashes — learn the red flags before you lose your data for good.
Before you buy new hardware, try these free fixes. Startup programs, disk cleanup, driver updates and a few tweaks that actually make a difference.
Thermal throttling kills performance and shortens component life. We break down the common causes — dust, dried thermal paste, poor airflow — and how to tackle each one.
Stay calm. Disconnect from the internet, don't pay any ransom, and follow these steps. We walk you through safe removal and how to prevent reinfection.
Both are excellent — but the right choice depends on your team's workflow, existing software, and budget. Here's our honest comparison without the vendor spin.
Screen replacements vary hugely in price depending on the model. We explain what affects the cost, how long it takes, and whether it's worth repairing vs replacing.
