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  • How To Prevent Windows Boot Issues
    October 27, 2023

    How To Prevent Windows Boot Issues

    There are several causes for windows to not boot properly. These issues can range from software-related problems to hardware failures. Below are some of the most common reasons as to why windows may fail to boot. Please note that these...

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  • IT support services for businesses
    October 16, 2023

    IT support services for businesses

    If you are the owner of a company, then you know that the majority of business now happens online. Anything from invoices to transactions now happen over an internet connection, and because of this, it’s important to be aware of...

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  • DC Tech News: Gamescom 2023 special
    August 25, 2023

    DC Tech News: Gamescom 2023 special

    Welcome to Direct Computers’ week in tech! Where we cover all things hardware, software and gaming of the week. This week we've been keeping our eyes on the annual Gamescom, and all its announcements so far and what might be...

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How To's

  • How To Prevent Your Laptop Running Out of Battery
    September 29, 2023

    How To Prevent Your Laptop Running Out of Battery

    Laptops are designed for on the go, so proper care and maintenance of your battery is essential. Solving laptop battery problems can involve several troubleshooting steps, so we’ve provided a step-by-step guide to help you address your laptop battery issues: ...

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  • Why is my CPU overheating?
    August 17, 2023

    Why is my CPU overheating?

     Is your PC crashing at seemingly random intervals? Is it struggling to run certain programs? If the answer is yes, then your CPU (central processing unit) may be experiencing overheating and causing problems. We already wrote about how to prevent a...

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  • Streaming PCs: what do I need?
    August 11, 2023

    Streaming PCs: what do I need?

      Streaming can be an exciting and fulfilling career or hobby.   Congratulations on deciding to become a content creator! People watch streamers for a whole host of wants and needs, and perhaps you could be the next gap in...

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  • Overclocking: the pros, the cons and potential risks.
    July 14, 2023

    Overclocking: the pros, the cons and potential risks.

      Overclocking is the process of changing the settings of your hardware to run at faster speeds than their default settings. The name comes from increasing the “clock” speed of these components, which in turn determines how many calculations they...

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  • Tips for Minimizing Game Latency: Fix Common Network Issues at Home
    June 13, 2023

    Tips for Minimizing Game Latency: Fix Common Network Issues at Home

    Learn how to minimize game latency and avoid stuttering during online matches. Discover common network issues and simple fixes you can try at home before seeking professional help. Find tips and advice to ensure every second counts in your gaming experience. Contact a technician for further assistance if needed.

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Business

  • Preventing Downtime and System Outages
    November 3, 2023

    Preventing Downtime and System Outages

    Downtime and system outages can be detrimental to a business, causing disruptions, lost revenue, and damage to reputation. To minimize the impact of downtime and prevent outages, organizations can implement various solutions and best practices.    What is Downtime?  Downtime...

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  • How Windows 365 benefits your business
    October 6, 2023

    How Windows 365 benefits your business

    You’ve more than likely run into Windows 365 in the last few years in your business. Windows 365 is a cloud-based service offered by Microsoft that provides businesses with a scalable and flexible solution for delivering Windows desktops and applications...

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  • Tech Max 2023: Bugs and Bytes
    August 4, 2023

    Tech Max 2023: Bugs and Bytes

    Tech Max was a great opportunity to find new connections, and among those connections was Lincoln based repair company, Bugs and Bytes. I was fortunate enough to sit and chat with Ben Ashcroft about his company, his recent win at...

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  • Case study: Media Academy Cymru
    May 5, 2023

    Case study: Media Academy Cymru

    A few weeks ago, we had the pleasure of fulfilling an order for a small business just like us.   Media Academy Cymru (MAC) are a multi-award winning organisation that have been operating since 2010, providing services for young people and...

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Reviews

  • Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon. What to expect
    August 25, 2023

    Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon. What to expect

      On the 25th of August, FromSoftware – best known these days for their notoriously difficult Dark Souls series – will release the 6th game in their Armored Core series.    Combining the developer’s past expertise in creating mech games...

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  • Dads in gaming: the best and worst
    June 18, 2023

    Dads in gaming: the best and worst

    What’s the worst thing your dad ever did? Or the best? Did they tear your arm off to gain even more power? Or fight an entire hoard of zombies to try and save you?   Our Top 5 dads  1. Kratos –...

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  • Resident Evil 4 Remake: The best game ever...again?
    March 21, 2023

    Resident Evil 4 Remake: The best game ever...again?

    Image credit: Biohaze   Three words:   Individual. Hair. Strands.   This is the kind of technological marvel we’re expecting to see for the highly anticipated Resident Evil 4 remake. With initial reviews on Metacritic currently through the roof, the...

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  • Gaming PC or PS5?
    February 17, 2023

    Gaming PC or PS5?

    It's a tale as old as time: do you buy a console, or do you build a custom PC? I’ve had this discussion many, many times, and now finally, we want to put some myths to rest. So let’s take...

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  • Our Top 3 Favourite Customers Setups
    May 9, 2022

    Our Top 3 Favourite Customers Setups

    View our top 3 favourite customer setups brought to life by our community! Full Corsair and Lian Li Sync'd Gaming PC This Gaming PC was one of the favourites we've made, keeping mainly Corsair and Lian Li components, we were...

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Careers

  • IT Purchaser position (Part time, in-house)
    May 23, 2022

    IT Purchaser position (Part time, in-house)

      We are currently hiring for a skilled, enthusiastic purchaser for our growing IT-based company. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive and friendly environment as well as the opportunity to learn key skills in the technology...

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