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# PC-FIXED - We solve computer problems!

Computer repair Llŷn | Laptop and PC repair Pwllheli

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://pc-fixed.wales/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Blog](https://pc-fixed.wales/blog/) - This blog is a collection of advice for PC and Laptop users along with guidance as to how to stay out of trouble
- [⚠️ Windows 10 Support is Ending – Here’s What You Need to Know](https://pc-fixed.wales/⚠️-windows-10-support-is-ending-heres-what-you-need-to-know/) - Microsoft will officially end mainstream support for Windows 10 on 14 October 2025. That might sound far away, but it’s worth planning ahead now so you’re not caught out later. 💻 Why This Matters Windows is the most widely used operating system in the world – which also makes it a prime target for hackers.
- [Replace your Windows 10 Laptop or PC with a refurbished unit?](https://pc-fixed.wales/replace-your-windows-10-laptop-or-pc-with-a-refurbished-unit/) - Windows 10 will fall out of support in October this year. While this won't stop your PC or laptop working, you might want to consider the potential risks of continuing to use an unsupported computer. Sadly, bad people are continually looking for ways to attack computer systems with a view to finding ways to scam,
- [Windows 11 – Upgrade?](https://pc-fixed.wales/windows-11-upgrade/) - Are you ready for Windows 11? Martin White of PC-Fixed shares his advice on upgrading from Windows 10 - read more!
- [Windows 11 - time to upgrade?](https://pc-fixed.wales/windows-11-time-to-upgrade/) - In less than 18 months, Microsoft will officially stop supporting Windows 10. This doesn’t mean PCs and laptops will stop working BUT from October 14th 2025 on, there will be an increasing risk of Windows 10 machines being targeted by hackers and fraudsters. Worse still, if you become a victim of fraud, you may find
- [How to avoid being scammed](https://pc-fixed.wales/how-to-avoid-being-scammed/) - As a computer repair and service technician, I see far too many devices that have been compromised by scammers. The results can be devastating where the user has been held to ransom, leading to all their pictures and files being wiped. I have nothing but contempt for these criminals who prey on ordinary trusting folk,
- [How to get help](https://pc-fixed.wales/coronavirus-precautions/) - If you need to have your PC or LAptop repaird, please follow these coronavirus precautions and guidelines when bringing in your machine for repair.
- [Speed up your PC or Laptop!](https://pc-fixed.wales/speed-up-your-pc-or-laptop-2/) - PC-Fixed have a simple solution to speed up your PC or Laptop. Contact us to day to find out more about SSD upgrades!
- [Keep your laptop cool!](https://pc-fixed.wales/laptop-cool/) - Top tips from Martin White Director and chief troubleshooter at PC-FIXED - Keep your laptop cool and dust-free!
- [Beware predictive text!](https://pc-fixed.wales/beware-predictive-text/) - Your browser predictive text might get you in trouble... Read this cautionary tale to learn more about an easy pitfall!
- [New Custom Built PCs to your spec](https://pc-fixed.wales/new-custom-built-pcs-to-your-spec/) - Choose from a huge range of cases, MBs, CPUs and GPUs. Our configurator will ensure full compatibility. Have it built and tested by experts!
- [PCCARE from PC-FIXED](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-care-from-pc-fixed/) - PCCARE from PC-FIXED is a range of preventative Business IT maintenance packages keeping businesses online and operational. Contact us now!
- [The Cost of IT](https://pc-fixed.wales/the-cost-of-it/) - Q: Do you see IT as a direct or indirect cost?By Martin White Martin is a Director, Chief Troubleshooter, and Founder of PC-FIXED. He has worked in the IT industry for over 30 years and likes to explore and develop ideas for the application of the latest technology in everyday lives. A: There’s no right
- [Attention college students – don’t make this mistake!](https://pc-fixed.wales/hard-drive-crash/) - Internal or portable hard drive crash - making clicking or buzzing noises? Don't make it worse, contact us at PC-FIXED, Stone's recovery experts,
- [Attention Small Business Owners - IT support in and around Pwllheli](https://pc-fixed.wales/attention-small-business-owners-it-support-in-pwllheli/) - Its a good idea to sort out your IT support before you need it. Here are 7 tips to consider when chosing an IT support provider - act now!
- [Stay Safe!](https://pc-fixed.wales/stay-safe/) - Here are a few tips from PC-FIXED to ensure your internet safety. Anybody can become victim to fraudsters or hackers so follow this good advice!
- [PC-FIXED Remote Support](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-fixed-remote-support/) - If you are experiencing unusual behaviour, slow-downs, crashes or just some apps won’t start, give us a call on 01785 816565
- [Time on our hands](https://pc-fixed.wales/time-on-our-hands/) - Martin White of PC-FIXED gives some advice on website design and how to make the best use of the time on our hands to keep it up to date.
- [Computers – who needs them?](https://pc-fixed.wales/computers-who-needs-them/) - IT disasters happen more frquenttly than you might think - read how PCCARE from PC-FIXED can prevent problems and avert business disasters!
- [Expect the unexpected!](https://pc-fixed.wales/expect-the-unexpected/) - Computer systems are constantly under attack. Read how you can prevent becoming a victim of cybercrime and what to do if you have been targeted!
- [What is Malware?](https://pc-fixed.wales/what-is-malware/) - Malware and computer viruses - what are they and how should you protect yourself? rfind the answers here from PC-FIXED!
- [The network you didn’t know you had!](https://pc-fixed.wales/the-network-you-didnt-know-you-had/) - Lots of businesses are using domestic-grade routers as the backbone of their network. Find out why this isn't a great idea!
- [If it ain't broke, don't fix it…](https://pc-fixed.wales/if-it-aint-broke-dont-fix-it/) - Does this apply to older PCs and Laptops running Windows 7? No! Sadly, perfectly good systems can become the target for unwanted attention and subsequent distress. Here’s the thing, Microsoft stopped supporting Windows 7 back in February 2020. Now that may not seem to be a big deal if your computer is working fine and
- [PC and Laptop upgrades](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-and-laptop-upgrades/) - Are you tired of waiting for your PC or laptop to respond? Why not have it upgraded? The latest version of Windows 10 is a great operating system but some older machines really struggle to cope with all that extra functionality. Fortunately, there are two fairly easy fixes which transform most machines* Memory (RAM) The
- [Email Backups](https://pc-fixed.wales/email-backups/) - If you are using IMAP or POP3 email you should know this. prevent data loss - backup your Outlook file to a PST.
- [Working from home – the new normal.](https://pc-fixed.wales/working-from-home-the-new-normal/) - Martin White director and troubleshooter of PC-FIXED, shares his observations, thoughts, and tips on Working from home
- [Working from home - Coronavirus](https://pc-fixed.wales/working-from-home-coronavirus/) - Here are some great tips from Martin White of PC-FIXED to help prevent computer downtime. Follow his ABC to minimise the risk of failure!
- [Vishing](https://pc-fixed.wales/vishing/) - Her is a cautionary tale about a customer who was recently scammed by a vishing attack. There's some good advice and simple steps to avoid being taken in.
- [Turn 20/20 Hindsight into 20/20 Foresight](https://pc-fixed.wales/turn-2020-hindsight-2020-foresight/) - Sooner or later PCs fail. Do not wait until this happens to you. Review your backup and disaster recovery strategy today. Implement a daily backup routine!
- [Speed up your PC or Laptop!](https://pc-fixed.wales/speed-up-your-pc-or-laptop/) - Here is a simple way to speed up your PC or Laptop. We 'clone' your HDD onto a brand new SSD (memory disk) and everything works better! - Call us now!
- [Prevention is better than cure](https://pc-fixed.wales/prevention-better-cure/) - When it comes to compuiters, there are many potential disasters waiting to happen. Martin White of PC-FIXED gives some valuable tips!
- [PC disasters happen](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-disasters-happen/) - Make sure your computer is properly documented and backed up. You may need these in order to recover your treasured data after its fixed or replaced!
- [12 tips for keeping out of PC trouble](https://pc-fixed.wales/12-tips-keeping-pc-trouble/) - Here are 12 tips from PC-FIXED to keep your PC or Laptop healthy, safe, and out of trouble. If you follow this advice you are much less likly to need help!
- [Here’s a free backup tip!](https://pc-fixed.wales/heres-free-backup-tip/) - Make full use of Google's free file and photo sync services. You can keep your precious photos and documents backed up in the cloud and also access them on your mobile.
- [How to make a disaster recovery file](https://pc-fixed.wales/make-disaster-recovery-file/) - This is probably the most important thing you need if you ever have to recover from a computer wipe-out. If you wait or put it off until you need it, it’ll be too late…. Most PCs will have gone through loads of upgrades, updates, and all sorts of additions and changes since they were first
- [Computer Phone Scams](https://pc-fixed.wales/computer-phone-scams/) - Sadly, computer phone scams are becoming all too common at the moment. The best advice I can give to all computer users is to be on their guard whenever they receive unsolicited phone, email or text messages.
- [Why won’t my PC or Laptop start up?](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-or-laptop-start-up/) - There are quite a few possibilities as to why won't a PC or Laptop start up but usually, it’s the hard drive not being able to start Windows. This could be after a failed update (Windows regularly updates itself in the background) or it could be that the drive itself is failing but in either case, you need expert help
- [Cyber Security - Hype?](https://pc-fixed.wales/cyber-security-hype/) - Nearly half of all crime committed in the UK this year is Cyber Crime. Ranging from inconvenient to catastrophic and devastating, up to 80% can be prevented by simple good practice. Even targeted attacks can be mitigated with a few protective measures. So what amounts to good practice and setting up protective measures? This is
- [SPAM?](https://pc-fixed.wales/spam/) - One of the biggest threats to safe and successful PC or Laptop computing is SPAM. Most unsolicited and unwanted emails are pretty easy to spot and are best ignored and deleted, the danger comes from those that are a bit more cunning and look like they are bona-fide. So how can you tell its SPAM?
- [Ever wondered what might be still on that old laptop or PC you kept when you upgraded?](https://pc-fixed.wales/ever-wondered-might-still-old-laptop-pc-kept-upgraded/) - Ever wondered what may be on your old PC or Laptop and wished you could access it and migrate your old files, photos, letters, artwork and emails to your current computer

## Pages

- [Home](https://pc-fixed.wales/) - A fast, friendly, and cost-effective range of PC and Laptop repair services for home and business users on the Llŷn - Find out more!
- [Fast, Reliable PC & Laptop Repairs in Bryncroes](https://pc-fixed.wales/fast-reliable-pc-laptop-repairs-in-bryncroes/) - Local computer repair specialist serving Bryncroes and the Llŷn Peninsula Broken laptop screen? Slow PC? Virus or Malware problems? PC-FIXED provides fast, affordable computer and laptop repairs from a fully equipped workshop near Bryncroes ✅ Screen replacements✅ Virus & malware removal✅ Laptop and PC repairs✅ Data recovery & transfer✅ Refurbished laptops available✅ Local collection available
- [Fast, Reliable PC & Laptop Repairs in Pwllheli](https://pc-fixed.wales/fast-reliable-pc-laptop-repairs-in-pwllheli/) - Local computer repair specialist serving Pwllheli and the Llŷn Peninsula Broken laptop screen? Slow PC? Virus or Malware problems? PC-FIXED provides fast, affordable computer and laptop repairs from a fully equipped workshop near Bryncroes ✅ Screen replacements✅ Virus & malware removal✅ Laptop and PC repairs✅ Data recovery & transfer✅ Refurbished laptops available✅ Local collection available
- [Contact us](https://pc-fixed.wales/contact-us/) - Contact us by phone, or email.
- [Office 365](https://pc-fixed.wales/office365-2/) - Microsoft Office365 is the #1 office productivity suite in the UK. Let PC-FIXED set it up for your business to take full advantage of all its features!
- [Reviews](https://pc-fixed.wales/reviews/) - Recommendations and reviews are a cornerstone of our business. Read what our customers say about us or add your own!
- [Device and data recovery](https://pc-fixed.wales/device-and-data-recovery/) - Don't try to fix it yourself, PC-FIXED device and data recovery service can get your data back from crashed HDDs or memory sticks - call now!
- [Laptop Repair Pwllheli](https://pc-fixed.wales/laptop-repair-pwllheli/) - PC-FIXED is the leading provider of Laptop Repair Pwllheli. A great service with a 5 star reputation, drop off and collect next day service - Call Now!
- [About us](https://pc-fixed.wales/about-pc-fixed/) - Want to know more about PC-FIXED? a local PC Repair and IT support company for home and business computer users in towns and villages across the Llŷn Peninsula
- [Virus and Malware removal](https://pc-fixed.wales/virus-and-malware-removal/) - If your PC or Laptop is running slow and behaving wierdly you may have a virus or malware! Call PC-FIXED now for expert Virus and Malware removal
- [SSD Upgrade](https://pc-fixed.wales/ssd/) - Our new self-service ticketing system alows you book your PC or Laptop in for an SSD Upgrade. Book your upgrade now to get a faster response!
- [Save pennies – lose pounds](https://pc-fixed.wales/save-pennies-lose-pounds/) - Why saving on computer maintencace is a false economy- regulary servicing and monitoring can prevent computer trouble and save you more in the long run
- [Running a small business?](https://pc-fixed.wales/running-a-small-business/) - A small business PC-CARE package from PC-FIXED could be just what you need - includes laptop and PC health check, cleaning, updates and Advanced monitoring
- [Privacy policy](https://pc-fixed.wales/privacy-policy-2/) - Privacy policyEffective date: 01/01/2017 This privacy policy is designed to be compliant with the General Data Protection Regulations which came into force in the UK on the 25th May 2018. The Information We Collect and Use: This privacy policy sets out how we use and protect any information that you give us when you use
- [PC and Laptop Sales](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-sales/) - PC and Laptop Sales for both domestic and business users. PC-FIXED supplies Microsoft registered refurbished and custom-built PCs- Call now!
- [PC and Laptop repairs](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-and-laptop-repairs/) - Whatever is causing the problem, you need an expert to resolve it and get you going again. Trust PC-FIXED for your PC and Laptop repairs!
- [PC and Laptop Installation and migrations](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-laptop-installation-migration-service/) - New PC or Laptop? Let PC-FIXED expert PC Laptop installation migration service transfer all your precious data, photos and files - call now!
- [PC & Laptop upgrades](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-laptop-upgrade-staffordshire/) - Dramatically improve your performance with a PC or Laptop upgrade. We fit faster SSDs, or more RAM - call us now!
- [Our people](https://pc-fixed.wales/our-people/) - PC-FIXED is all about the first class service our people provide. At times we fix more people than computers! We are always happy to help.
- [Our company](https://pc-fixed.wales/our-company/) - PC-FIXED is a trading name of Odba Ltd. a private company registered in England and Wales - company number 105355990.
- [Business IT Support](https://pc-fixed.wales/business-it-support/) - Business IT Support - Pay-As-You-Go and subscription services. We provide specialist IT Support quickly and competitively - contact us now!
- [Services](https://pc-fixed.wales/computer-services/) - Computer, PC & Laptop services for both domestic and business users. PC-FIXED covers all areas of the Llyn Peninsula - Call now!
- [Need your computer fixed?](https://pc-fixed.wales/computer-fixed-staffordshire/) - PC-FIXED is the best way to get your computer fixed on the Lly. Fast, friendly and economical with a 5 star reputation! - Call, email or book online
- [Home user services](https://pc-fixed.wales/home-user-services/) - PC-FIXED provides home user support services across the Llyn to solve all sorts of computer problems - contact us by phone, email, or online!
- [Home PC & Laptop Health Monitoring](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-laptop-health-monitoring/) - PC-FIXED customers get 'Syncro' - a 24/7 Laptop and PC health monitoring program - keeping them out of trouble. Find out more!
- [GDPR - time to act!](https://pc-fixed.wales/gdpr-time-to-act/) - PC-FIXED also provides help and advice to local Staffordshire businesses. A hot topic is GDPR. We will give you an initial free assessment and then work with you on an agreed plan
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://pc-fixed.wales/frequently-asked-questions/) - All the answers to our most frequently asked questions are here. For example, our costs, scope, area, support, and options - check here first
- [Feedback](https://pc-fixed.wales/pc-fixed-feedback/) - Customer satisfaction is or number #1 priority. Please give PC-FIXED Feedback so that we can continue and improve our great service!
- [Cloud Backup Service](https://pc-fixed.wales/cloud-backup-service/) - Cloud Backup service - Simple, secure, safe and affordable. Our Cloud Backup service is fully GDPR compliant - contact us now!
- [Terms and conditions](https://pc-fixed.wales/terms-and-conditions/) - PC-Fixed and PC-Care are services provided under specific terms and conditions. These are written to protect both supplier and customer.

## Staff

- [Martin White](https://pc-fixed.wales/staff-member/martin-white/) - Martin is our founder, director, and prime computer troubleshooter. Working with all sorts of computers for the last 30+ years, there's not much about PCs and Laptops that he doesn't know! Martin has worked in both the public sector and private sector and most recently managed the IT applications services in West Midlands Police. Martin
- [Alison White](https://pc-fixed.wales/staff-member/alison-white/) - Alison is our operations director and is responsible for making sure all enquiries are dealt with speedily and our diaries are kept up-to-date. Always our customer champion, Alsion will chase up any loose ends and ensures nothing gets forgotten! Alison is the first to claim she is no computer expert but she often solves problems

## Categories

- [Advice](https://pc-fixed.wales/category/advice/)
- [How to](https://pc-fixed.wales/category/how-to/)

## Tags

- [backup](https://pc-fixed.wales/tag/backup/)
- [disaster recovery](https://pc-fixed.wales/tag/disaster-recovery/)
- [plan](https://pc-fixed.wales/tag/plan/)
- [housekeeping](https://pc-fixed.wales/tag/housekeeping/)
- [prevention](https://pc-fixed.wales/tag/prevention/)
- [protection](https://pc-fixed.wales/tag/protection/)
- [vishing](https://pc-fixed.wales/tag/vishing/)
- [malware](https://pc-fixed.wales/tag/malware/)
- [attack](https://pc-fixed.wales/tag/attack/)

## Staff Tags

- [MW](https://pc-fixed.wales/staff-tag/mw/)
- [AW](https://pc-fixed.wales/staff-tag/aw/)