Internet & Networking Services
Internet Setup - Networking - Research
Get Connected to the Internet
Recommending the Right Service for Your Needs
We can help you get connected to the Internet with recommendations regarding suitability of:
- Internet Service Providers (ISPs);
- Internet software that is safer and easy to use; and
- Any necessary hardware upgrades or add-ons.
Software & Hardware Configuration
We can setup your computer to work with any ISP’s service or software package and get you started.
We can help you to make the appropriate decisions and install or configure the software necessary to use the Internet in your home or business.
Learn Internet Basics
There is a tremendous amount of information on the Internet, but the anonymity of the Web means you need to be knowledgeable as your explore. You can learn at home with your own computer and software.
Networking
Sharing Your Internet Connection
Many people have more than one computer in their home. Why not share some of the resources?
- Sharing your Internet service allows all of your computers to connect to the Internet at the same time.
- Networking the computers together can make sharing files more convenient.
- Sharing common resources like printers and scanners can allow for a better product to be purchased since you don’t need to spread the funds between several computers.
Ensure Safety On-line
We have the knowledge to ensure that your Internet and networking experience is as safe and pleasant as possible.
Routers
Routers allow you to connect several computers into a single high-speed Internet service. At the same time, the router "hides" the individual computers from those that may try to exploit vulnerabilities on your computer.
There is more information about security and the challenges of staying safe on our Preventing Unauthorized Access page in the Self-Help Resources section of this site.
Research on the Web
Effective Searches
Are you frustrated with trying to locate critical information on the Internet?
There is so much information on the Web that it sometimes can daunt us with the thousands of seemingly unrelated returns on our searches.
We can do Internet research at an hourly rate. Results can be e-mailed directly to you.
We can also teach you the basics of searching effectively.
www.russharvey.bc.ca/setup.html
Updated: January 24, 2008
