Computer Concepts Operations and Covid-19

As an Essential Business during the pandemic, Computer Concepts has remained open and fully staffed to support our home-bound community at all three Hampton Roads locations.  We are proud to have repaired hundreds of computers, iPads and iPhones so people can stay connected through their homes and offices. We are now prepared to assist you with preparation for the upcoming school …

SAFELY RECYCLE YOUR OLD COMPUTER EQUIPMENT

If you acquired a new computer or other devices, you may want to dispose of your old computer system. Be advised; most computer hardware contains Hazardous Waste. Old computer equipment must be recycled by a licensed computer recycling company like the one used by Computer Concepts. Drop your old computers, flat screen monitors, and small printers at any of our stores where …

APPLE iPHONE SCREEN REPLACEMENT AT ALL COMPUTER CONCEPTS SHOPS

Computer Concepts’ Chesapeake is being authorized by Apple to replace iPhone Screens and calibrate the screens for color and touch. All Computer Concepts facilities have been apple authorized to service all things Apple. Be Advised that using non-Apple repair parts can void your Apple Warranty, Apple Care and any possible future re-calls on your Apple Product. Please ensure that your …

THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING COMPUTER REPAIR INSURANCE

All computer warranties and equipment insurance plans are not the same. Make sure you know what is covered and how your repairs will be accomplished. Not all warranties cover the use of factory parts and installation by certified technicians. For example, Apple Care for Apple products does cover Apple Certified Parts installed by Apple Certified Repair Technicians. All Apple repairs …

HARD DRIVES VS SOLID STATE DRIVES

Like a memory stick, a Solid State Drive (SSD) has no moving parts. Information is stored in microchips. Conversely, a hard disk drive uses a mechanical arm with a read/write head to move around and read information from the right location on a revolving storage platter. This difference is what makes an SSD so much faster than a mechanical hard drive.

CUSTOM DESKTOP AND GAMING COMPUTERS INCLUDE SSDs

Computer Concepts in keeping with new technology releases has completely reviewed and updated all three of the custom build packages we currently offer. All Custom builds will now include Solid State Drives. This is just some of the updates we have made. Stop by to look at the specs of our newest computer models and our new line of Gaming …

COMPUTER LAN PARTIES RESTARTING THIS SPRING

Computer Concepts will be restarting its periodic LAN Parties/Game Nights this Spring. Watch for More information and a LAN Party schedule in upcoming Computer Concepts newsletters.

TRAINING AVAILABILITY

While Computer Concepts formally schedules 20 or more Training Classes in our Williamsburg and Yorktown stores, some people prefer a One-on-One training session with Computer Concepts’ Training Director. Contact the Training Director who will schedule a private training session at a time, date, and store location best suited for the student. One-on-One sessions are held in our Chesapeake, Williamsburg and Yorktown stores. …

ARE YOU TAKING ADVANTAGE OF ALL YOU COMPUTER’S FEATURES?

APPLE and MICROSOFT periodically release Software Updates. While these Updates are developed to make required fixes to your computer’s Operating Systems and Applications; many of these Updates also include new capabilities, features and shortcuts designed to make your computing experience easier and faster.   When New Updates are released, the classes are updated with instructions on using these new features. To get the …