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Are there any shops that will help to set up computer, printer at your home?

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Hellokittymania · 13/02/2020 12:50

Hi there, I am in London, and I’m wondering if there is a way to have someone help to install everything at home? I need to buy a computer, and a printer with a scanner or copier. In any case, I need to update my technology. I really have no clue how to do any of these things…

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DownWhichOfLate · 13/02/2020 13:26

I don’t know about shops but perhaps you could ask at your local library? They might be able to point you in the right direction.

rainbowunicorn · 13/02/2020 13:51

To be honest most things are literally plug in nd follow the onscreen instructions. You can be up and running in minutes generally even with no technical knowledge

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Hellokittymania · 13/02/2020 13:59

Rainbow, even with something like a printer? Are they very difficult to set up?

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fastliving · 13/02/2020 14:51

You tube will help you if you get stuck
Hello but more printers are very way to setup, I doubt you will need any help.

DPotter · 13/02/2020 14:55

PC World used to and not that long ago. They make a charge.

caulkheaded · 13/02/2020 14:57

Even printers are plug in and follow the instructions. YouTube if you’re desperately stuck but usually it’s straightforwardly simple.

Hmmmiwonderwhy · 13/02/2020 14:58

Do you know anyone with a teenager? My son helps me sort out our tech!

GrumpyHoonMain · 13/02/2020 14:59

Apple will for their own products. You just need to ask them.

DonnaDarko · 13/02/2020 15:01

Most printers are very easy to set up and the manufacturer will provide decent instructions. I had to set up a printer-scanner-copier for work and the biggest issue was that I needed to get the admin password for my laptop.

I would give it a go on my own before asking for any help. You can't do much damage by getting it wrong.

iloveredwine · 13/02/2020 15:02

Currys do this for a fee

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Hellokittymania · 13/02/2020 15:26

I don’t know any teenagers in this area, unfortunately…

Do you have a small computer desk at home? I live in a very minimal studio and I don’t have that much room… I need to set up a corner for work and study though. Does the printer fit on the desk?

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waterbottle12 · 13/02/2020 15:37

Ian Green at Man on a bike is great, I've used him more than once. he's based in NW London
www.manonabike.co.uk/

rainbowunicorn · 13/02/2020 17:48

Yes the last few times that I have bught a printer it was a case of plug in and literally follow a few simple instructions. Most are now wifi enabled so do not need to be anywhere near the PC. I kept mine in a cupboard in a different room

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