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Your personal tech teacher and fixer in Western Massachusetts

Bridging the Digital Divide — one house call at a time. Patient, plain-English support from Northampton to Westfield.

$75 /hr My standard rate is $75/hr,
but I offer a sliding scale down to $50/hr
to make tech help accessible.
413-341-6815
Cian Dowling - on-site tech support in Western Massachusetts

Do any of these sound like you?

If so, I can help. No judgment, no jargon — just solutions.

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Computer running slow Freezing, spinning wheels, taking forever to start
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Can't connect to WiFi Dead zones, dropped connections, weak signal
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Printer won't print Driver errors, setup issues, connectivity problems
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Think you have a virus Pop-ups, strange behavior, worried you've been hacked
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Need photos backed up Data backup, cloud setup, migration to a new device
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New computer, no idea where to start Setup, training, data transfer from the old one
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Smart device just sitting there unused Alexa, Google Home, Ring, Nest — I'll get it working
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Just need patient, plain-English help No question is too basic. That's literally what I do.

Customer Reviews

"Cian has held my hand through many computer challenges. He has been extremely patient with me and has solved every problem I've encountered."

"I have tried other computer repair services but Cian is by far the best. He is patient, knowledgeable, and his prices are very reasonable."

"Cian solved a very complicated problem with my computer quickly and efficiently. I would highly recommend him to anyone."

"Cian is wonderful — very professional, knowledgeable, and patient. He took care of all my computer problems and I would not hesitate to recommend him."

It is with a great deal of pleasure that I share my experience with Cian. He is a real pro, complete with caring and lots more patience than I have. Cian has held my hand and led me gently through my computer challenges — both with my old Microsoft and now with my Mac. He calmed me down and repaired and adjusted all that I had screwed up. I sincerely regret that more computer gurus are not like him. And to cap things off, his pricing is comfortable.

D. Levitan

Northampton, MA

Cian is tenacious and talented — he fixed a couple of nasty problems that fancy tech guys have been baffled by. He is a delight and a totally smart guy. Thank you for sending Cian our way.

W. Newton

Northampton, MA

Cian is a terrific technical teacher and fixer. He repaired some bugs my laptop had and taught me, a senior, some new and valuable tricks. His price is also inexpensive for such individualized instruction. He is really good!

M. Lehan

Westfield, MA

Cian was at the house within a few hours after I contacted him. He successfully diagnosed the problem and had my entire system running better than ever. Highly recommend his service.

Benedict Leerburger

Thanks Cian. I struggled to get my printer to work, but you solved it immediately, then we worked on other fix-it items. Great job.

dee dice

He was super helpful on multiple occasions, helping me set up my internet for my business. Very fair price.

Michelle Graton

Cian helped us to keep our business up and running, and immediately responded to follow-up questions. Very much appreciated!

Links at Worthington

Thank you for fixing my network issues, works great!

James Stoudenmire

Cian Dowling is a tech problem solver! I have worked with him for 2+ years and have been very impressed by his patience, knowledge, compassion, and his expertise, focus and concentration abilities, and above all, I love his way with his dog, Fíonn. He found ways to fix my issues. He is well-versed in Apple products. Cian is a treasured find.

Client Review

July 6, 2024

My wife and I encourage everyone to try Cian first for your computer problems. Cian is a treasured find — he has patience, knowledge, and a real gift for explaining things clearly.

Client Review

July 6, 2024

Computer First Aid

My service encompasses a wide range of solutions, from diagnosing and fixing technical glitches to offering expert advice on optimizing your digital experience.

I understand that technology can sometimes feel overwhelming, and that's where I step in to bridge the gap between you and your devices.

Helping the Pioneer Valley

I take the time to listen, explain in plain terms, and make sure you're comfortable and confident before I leave. Whether it's your first computer or your fifteenth, you deserve tech support that respects your intelligence and your time.

Smart Home Automation & IoT Integration

Comprehensive solutions for your home. At Computer First Aid, we bring your home into the future with smart automation and IoT (Internet of Things) integration.

Smart Device Setup

Smart speakers (Amazon Alexa, Google Home), smart plugs and switches, smart lighting (Philips Hue, LIFX), smart thermostats (Nest, Ecobee).

Home Security

Smart doorbells (Ring, Nest), security camera installation and configuration, smart locks, motion sensors and alerts.

Network Optimization

Router setup and WiFi optimization, mesh network installation (Eero, Google Nest WiFi), smart home hub configuration, network security and device management.

Voice & Automation

Voice assistant integration, custom automation routines, smart schedules and scenes, multi-device coordination.

Services Provided

Online Appointments

Schedule a 30-minute consultation to discuss your tech needs.

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Computer First Aid Club

Peace of mind for $25/month. No surprises, no jargon — just reliable local tech support whenever you need it.

$25/month
  • › Priority scheduling
  • › One free 15-min remote support call/month
  • › Discounted rate — $60/hr instead of $75
Sign Up — $25/month

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