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Virus & Malware Cleanups

We do a comprehensive virus, malware, spyware removal along with Windows optimization. Your data will be retained. The computer will run MUCH better when the cleaning process is complete.
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System Upgrades

Are you thinking about and upgrade to your laptop or desktop? We can help you pick and install an SSD, NVME drive, or other storage options. In some cases, we can even upgrade your processor.
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Broken Laptop Screen Repair

We do computer repair! We'll replace your broken Dell or HP laptop screen as well as any broken hinges and plastics. Foreign made laptops such as Lenovo, Asus, Medion & Acer can alo be repaired, but it may take longer to obtain parts.
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Custom Desktops

We can build a high-quality custom desktops that can be used for business use and/or PC gaming computers. Choose from our popular small form factor or a full size design. We offer many options, including a discreet graphics card, RGB lighting and AIO cooling.
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Problem Solving

A crashed computer or program is certainly a nuisance for anyone. A blue screen may even prevent your computer from booting. We can figure out those goofy error messages. Simply provide us the EXACT text or screenshot. We enjoy a good challenge!
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Data Recovery

We've had great success recovering data from failing or failed mechanical drives. Data is placed on alternate media or another computer for the customer. Outside lab service is available for jobs we can't handle in-house.
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Backup Solutions

Your data is very important. Let's make sure it's safely backed up both on-site and in the cloud, so you don't lose any of your hard work.

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Small Business Networking

Lets get your computers, servers and other devices talking and sharing data safely and securely!

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Website Design

We can create good looking, small, low-cost, informational websites for your small business or organization. We always keep SEO in mind.

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Barracuda Products

Do you need a firewall, content filtering, or an onsite/offsite backup solution? We can recommend award winning, Barracuda solutions to meet demanding criteria.

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Pi-Hole

Would you like a low cost alternative to block advertising and telemetry tracking on your small office or home network?
Pi-Hole is the answer! Pi-hole is awesome!
*NOTE* Requires Linux.

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Basic Training One on One

Beginners are welcome to bring their questions, and we'll guide you through each step on your own computer. We can cover topics like Windows, Word, Excel, email, digital cameras, and more. Seniors are very welcome!

Custom Built Desktops
Quality Components

MCC designs and builds quality desktops for both business and gaming. Choose from our popular small form factor, mid tower, and full tower sizes. There are a lot of options including RGB lighting and AIO cooling. We'll consult with you to determine the right balance of parts that will maximize your budget and meet your needs. Every desktop built is curated from quality, name brand components that we would feel comfortable using ourselves. Watch this section for more details!

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Articles and Mini-Reviews

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Each section below contains our personal experience with each item. They are merely first impressions to determine suitability & viability. No official testing process is undertaken. That is NOT the purpose of these reviews. These thoughts are our own as to how the product would benefit our in-house usage and/or our clients. Readers are strongly encouraged to check out the multitude of other websites that are much more in depth. Reviews may be edited and updated as necessary to reflect our experience.
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Hardware

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Custom Built Desktops

We had to change how we operate due to COVID and supply chain issues. Instead of relying on pre-built desktops, we started building custom DESKTOPS with the components we could find. This turned out to be a great decision. We are creating exactly what our clients want, without being limited by pre-built options. We start with a few well-balanced configurations that can be customized as needed. We only use high-quality components that we trust ourselves. If you're looking for a mid to high-end DESKTOP, this could be a great option for you.

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Synology NAS Storage

Disk storage space was becoming an issue, so we tripled our capacity. Not only that, we also went from gigabit to 2.5Gbe transfer speeds. This has been a great boost in productivity and data availability. This NAS also offers additional features we didn't have before.
>> Synology Mini-Review

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Western Digital NAS Storage

Our old office storage unit has been removed from the production environment. This unit will be used to backup critical portions of the Synology NAS.

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2.5 Gb Ethernet

Plain ole gigabit just isn't enough if you transfer a lot of large files. Yet, 10GBe is prohibitively expensive. The solution was to go with 2.5Gbe in the interim. We can help you do the same!

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Ooma

is a Voice Over IP (VOIP) solution for home and small office use. It's low cost and will work with existing telephone lines.
>> OOMA Mini-Review

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Eufy Security Cameras

This affordable security system offers good features and does NOT require monthly subscription. However, it does have some limitations.
>> EUFY Mini-Review

Software

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Pi-Hole

Internet filtering software to block a large percentage of advertising & telemetry data. Pi-Hole increases network security & privacy while reducing network traffic. It can become one of the most useful tools on your small network!
>> Pi-Hole Mini-Review

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OBS Studio

A free and extremely powerful video capture and video editing package. This software is most used to create YouTube videos. One of our distant goals is to begin releasing repair and troubleshooting videos on YouTube.
>> OBS Studio Mini-Review

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RetroPi

This is a console game player's dream! This emulator allows a person to play thousands of console games from over 2 dozen different consoles Includes support for, Atari, Coleco, Sega, Nintendo, PlayStation, XBox, Commodore, Amiga & more. Uses most USB controllers!
>> Retro-Pi Mini-Review

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Docker Container Manager

This software allows application virtualization on a NAS device without the need to virtualize the entire OS. This allows for more efficient use of system resources. You can do more with less hardware.
>> Docker Mini-Review

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PLEX Media Server

Server software that runs on either Windows or Linux that allows for the creation of your very own media server. Stream your own music and videos instead of paying for streaming services!

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TruNAS (Future)

The World's most popular Linux based operating system for managing NAS storage solutions. This software allows you to create a NAS with any number of drives on practically any hardware.



Programming & Analysis

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SEO

Search Engine Optimization can be quite expensive. We are in the process of learning how to optimize the websites we create during the creation process so they rank better in search engines such as Google. This will provide a cost savings to our website clients.
>> Article - Top 20 SEO Tasks

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VSCode

Free of charge from Microsoft, this is perhaps one of the most powerful code editors available. It can be modified with a wealth of plugins to make it do whatever you need! VSCode is an invaluable tool!
>> Mini-Review

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Python (In Progress)

A cross-platform, powerful and relatively easy to learn scripting language. It can be used for websites, task automation & data analysis. Did you know that much of YouTube! is written in Python?
>> Mini-Review

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Python Crash Course Book (In Progress)

This is a crash course intended for persons who already know programming. Stay tuned!

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Wireshark

This packet-capture software allows a person to watch and analyze network packets for a variety of purposes such as:
  Network debugging
  Analyzing bandwidth usage
  Finding malicious network activity
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Linux Operating Systems

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Raspberry Pi OS

A lite version of Debian Linux that's intended to work on a Raspberry Pi single board computer or other minimal hardware.
>> Mini-Review

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Mint OS

This is widely considered the best Linux distro for users who are familiar with Windows! This is where you should start if your new to Linux!
>> Mini-Review

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Ubuntu

A widely used operating system for desktops, servers and IoT devices that's very stable. I looked at both Ubuntu GNOME and Ubuntu with the CINNAMON interface. You may not like it if your switching from a Windows environment.
>> Mini-Review

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Kali

A specialized version of Linux intended for both hacking and penetration testing. It includes many preloaded tools for this purpose. You probably won't use Kali unless you have a specific need for its capabilities.
>> Mini-Review

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Debian

A popular operating system for desktops & servers that's very stable. However the features within Debian lags years behind other Linux distros. This is how it achieves such stability.
>> Mini-Review

Certifications

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Shelby Meyer is graduate of Perdue Global (formerly Kaplan University) and holds 30 total certifications.

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Customer Testimonials

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Testimonials are representative of comments received from clients via Facebook or e-mail. Names have been witheld for privacy concerns.

Computer Work

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Just wanted to drop a note and tell you thanks so much for getting my computer back up and running! It is working great! Thanks again and I will pass on your name to other people I know who need your service! - Debby Allgeyer

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Thanks again for your help. We are all having lots of fun with the laptop. I will recommend you to everyone I hear of that is having computer problems! - Lisa Treviranus

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Shelby Meyer is one smart dude when it comes to computers. He told me how to open Command prompt and what to type in to fix my computer. Now I can download programs again...Thanks Shelby. - Billy 'Reb' Collins

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Shelby, thank you so much for your last minute help! We really appreciate it! - Spectrum Pork Systems

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Shelby is great! He's been our computer person now for several years! - Edna Ulrich

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I was able to complete my [report] and get it transmitted and accepted by 11:15 am yesterday. So, thank you very much your very expert help and consideration!! You can not understand the weight that you help lift from me. - Millie Saathoff

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Meyer Computer and Consulting installed a new hard drive into my older desktop computer. They were able to clone the drive so I lost no existing data. They were able to quickly complete the replacement at a more than fair cost. I strongly recommend Meyer Computer and Consulting for your computer needs. - Eric Brown

Website Work

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Hey! We're impressed. Stayed in for lunch and was bored and went in and checked out your website. Boy, have you done a lot. The pics of the vehicles look awesome. I like all the pics entering into town. Great pictures. Yes, it definitely needs a new paint job. I showed these to [others]. They say you have a "top notch" display. - Bev Karjala, USARMY TACOM

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I just wanted to thank you for all the work that you have been doing on the Website. I looked at the pictures and the text that you inserted regarding the memorial and I was in awe. I have received many emails from the Commission praising the pictures and how they have renewed energy in completing the project. You should be very proud. Great Job! Thank You! - Tina Saville

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The site looks very good! No surprise to me. - Rich Rockwood

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Shelby, you do good work! - Greg Hicks


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Contact Information

Shelby Meyer is the CEO, CTO, CFO, Owner and head janitor at Meyer Computer & Consulting. He graduated summa cum laude from Kaplan University (now Purdue Global) with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology. Shelby holds over 2 dozen certifications.

Meyer Computer is a small business operating out of a home office to keep the overhead down and prices affordable.

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Telephone

1-815-590-1583

Mailing Address

Meyer Computer

695 Bloody Gulch Road

Dixon IL, 61021 USA

Email

smeyer@meyercomputer.net

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