Malware remains a hot topic in the computer repair world, and Computer Assistance, your Oxford IT experts since 1996, is at the forefront of the fight. With cyber threats evolving—2025 reports show a 25% increase in malware variants—repair shops are buzzing about protecting clients from viruses, spyware, and phishing attacks. The challenge lies in detecting […]
In the computer repair world, data recovery tops the conversation, and at Computer Assistance, we’ve seen it firsthand since 1996. Losing files due to hard drive failures, ransomware, or accidental deletions is a growing concern for Oxford SMEs. Technicians often discuss the complexity of retrieving data from damaged SSDs or encrypted systems, with success rates […]
Forgetting your Gmail password can lock you out of emails, Google Drive, and more. At Computer Assistance, we’ve been supporting Oxford SMEs since 1996, and we’re here to help you recover access quickly: Regain control of your Gmail with ease. Contact Computer Assistance for expert IT support or a free audit to protect your accounts!
Losing access to your Apple account can be frustrating, especially with devices like iPhones and Macs tied to it. At Computer Assistance, your Oxford IT support experts since 1996, we’re here to guide you through recovering your Apple password. Whether it’s for iCloud, your iPhone, or a forgotten Apple ID, here’s how to get back […]
Imagine logging into Facebook to check your mates’ holiday pics, only to find “Incorrect Password” staring back—and then a lockout notice. That’s what happened to Liz Hopkins, an Oxford local, when hackers hijacked her account. Posts about dodgy crypto scams flooded her timeline, and Facebook shut her out for “suspicious activity.” Enter Phil at Computer […]
Imagine this: Jay Atkins, a brilliant Oxford professor, hunched over his MacBook, typing the final words of a dissertation that could revolutionize liver cancer treatment—then splash. A triple-shot latte floods the keyboard. The screen goes black, and with it, years of research vanish. Panic sets in—until he races to Computer Assistance in Oxford, where Peter, […]
your 8-year-old’s glued to Roblox or Fortnite, happily clicking away, and you think, “Great, they’re entertained.” Then the bank statement hits—thousands of pounds gone on game add-ons, from virtual skins to power-ups. That’s my story, and at Computer Assistance in Oxford, we’ve seen it too often. Kids don’t realize those “£4.99” purchases stack up fast—my […]
Lost data keeping you up at night? At Computer Assistance, we’re using AI to revolutionise backups for UK clients. Here’s how: Smart Scans: Our AI tools (built in-house) predict which files you’ll miss most—photos, docs—and prioritise them. Auto Recovery: Crashed Mac? Our AI spots corrupted APFS sectors and rebuilds them, salvaging 80% more data than […]
MacBook lagging like it’s stuck in treacle? At Computer Assistance in OXFORD, UK, we’ve sped up hundreds of Macs. Here’s why it’s slow and how we fix it: Culprit 1: Full SSD: Check “About This Mac” > Storage—if it’s 90% full, it’s choking. We swap in a 1TB NVMe SSD for £150. Culprit 2: RAM […]
A crashed MacBook is every Apple fan’s nightmare—those files, photos, and projects gone in a flash. At Computer Assistance in OXFORD, UK, we’ve pulled data from the jaws of Mac disasters. Here’s how to recover data from a crashed Macintosh laptop: Step 1: Don’t Panic, Diagnose: If it won’t boot (spinning beachball or grey screen), […]
We offer a reliable repair service for both laptops and desktop computers, including a fully insured collection & return service—picking up and delivering your device wherever is most convenient for you. Whether you’re in Oxford, London, or anywhere in the UK, we provide fast, professional PC support with both remote & on-site solutions.
Monday-Friday: 9am to 5pm
Saturday: 10am to 12:30pm – often later.
Please phone to check.
Sunday: Closed
Free parking is available outside our shop.