You will always experience better performance from an internal drive over an external drive. With a typical MP3 and digital photo library, you hard drive may be filling up faster than expected. The Mac OS requires significant free hard drive space to run optimally. Upgrade your internal hard drive to enjoy the speed and flexibility that owners of brand new Macs have. Laptop owners can upgrade their internal drives to avoid lugging around an external.

You can also upgrade your internal optical drive to read and write DVDs - including playing movies. Call or email for a quote.

Corporate: We do standardized system builds, purchasing, volume and site licensing, employee training, networking, and everything else your business needs.

Entry level: We give discounts for in-house support and offer easily-digestible lessons for those who are new to computing.

Internet: If you are having connection problems, try your internet service provider first. If you wish to become more internet-savvy, perform better research, or learn the fundamentals of web design, let us know. We also design small sites like this one.

Audio, iPod & iTunes: We can help you with all aspects of your iPod, iTunes, and your home audio environment.

Training: We offer individualized instruction on many topics, including the above-mentioned design applications. If you are a graphic designer and want to hone your skills, discounts are available for lesson blocks.

Purchasing advice: Call before you buy. We will assess your needs, do the legwork for you, and set it all up when it arrives.

Save money with drop-off tune-ups. The most popular service - fixed fees for drop-off tune-ups are now offered by popular demand. Any Mac older than a year or two can benefit from a 4-step regimen that includes: updating system software, optimizing directories, repairing file structure, and cache cleaning.

Data Recovery carries a nonrefundable $90 diagnosis fee. Please see the rates page for more details.

Mac OS 9 --> 10 transition. Assistance of OS 9-OS X transition is offered. Using the contemporary internet and devices such as new iPods requires the use of a current operating system.

Application support: Most current, widely used Mac applications are supported. Please contact us with any specific questions as to whether your program is supported. Specialized support available for Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Quark XPress.

Backup: We set up easy-to-use, scheduled backup systems that give you peace of mind without costing you a fortune.

Organize: Aesthetics are key to working with computers. That's why you bought a Mac in the first place! We can improve your organization and productivity with best practices and a customized digital file management system.

Repair: We provide diagnoses, locate replacement parts and fix most problems.

Networking: We set up LANs (local area networks), allowing file and printer sharing. We also assist businesses that wish to set up a server and establish good workflow practices.

Graphic Design & Printing: We offer consultation on digital quality control, print production, font management, workflow improvement, file formats, and PostScript, among other things. Many years of experience in agency environments has allowed us to consult individuals and small business involved in graphic services on a numerous range of issues. You can dramatically reduce printer set-up fees by delivering production-ready files. We use an industry-leading printer with very competitive prices.

Photography: Expert advice for professional photographers. We use professional digital and film SLRs and can help you with yours. We also advise on purchasing and using digital cameras, scanners and printers. Weddings, portraiture, product shots and other subjects are also offered. Please call 917-302-9111 for a consultation.