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Remote Help or On-Site IT Support: Which One Do You Need?

Some problems can be solved securely from a distance. Others require hands-on testing. Here is the quickest way to choose.

Choosing the right kind of support can save time. The deciding question is simple: does the technician need physical access to diagnose the full system?

Remote support is often suitable for

  • Email and application settings
  • Software errors and updates
  • Microsoft 365 questions
  • Guided security checks
  • Problems that occur on one working, internet-connected computer

On-site support is better for

  • A computer that will not start or connect
  • Wi-Fi dead zones and intermittent networks
  • Routers, switches, cabling, printers and POS hardware
  • Starlink placement or connectivity between buildings
  • Problems involving several devices or an entire location

Safety comes first

Only allow remote access after you have contacted a provider you trust. Confirm who you are speaking with, use a temporary session and end it when the work is complete. Unexpected callers asking for access should be treated with caution.

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Tell us what stopped working. We will confirm whether remote help or an on-site visit makes more sense.

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