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Answers to your IT questions

Practical guides and straight answers from the CoreLink team.

August 19, 2026

My computer won’t turn on at all — what do I do?

Before panicking, check the obvious — power cable, outlet, monitor — since the problem is often simpler than it looks; if not, avoid opening it up yourself.

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August 19, 2026

Repair or new computer — when does each make sense?

As a general rule, if repair cost exceeds 50% of a comparable new computer's price, or the device is over 5-6 years old, replacement usually makes more sense.

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August 19, 2026

My computer is slow — what usually causes it?

The most common causes are too many startup programs, a nearly-full hard drive, or simply an old HDD that needs replacing with an SSD — often with dramatic improvement.

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August 19, 2026

How do I know if my business needs IT support?

If you depend on computers/internet for daily operations and a technical problem would halt your work, you already need some form of IT support.

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August 19, 2026

How much does managed IT cost per month?

Cost is usually calculated per user or per device per month, with the final amount depending on your team size and infrastructure complexity.

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August 19, 2026

What does an outsourced IT partner actually do differently?

An outsourced IT partner takes full responsibility for your technology — from proactive maintenance to urgent fixes — without you having to hire and manage staff.

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August 19, 2026

In-house technician or an outsourced IT partner?

For most small businesses, an outsourced IT partner works out better — broader expertise than a single employee, usually at a lower cost than a full-time salary.

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August 19, 2026

How fast do you respond to an urgent problem?

For urgent problems that stop your work, we target response within a few hours — and many issues are resolved remotely within minutes, without needing a site visit at all.

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August 19, 2026

Managed IT or break-fix — what do they mean?

Break-fix means "call a technician when something breaks"; managed IT means continuous, proactive monitoring so most problems get caught before they stop your work.

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August 19, 2026

How much does IT support cost for a small business?

It depends on size and needs, but most small businesses pay from a few dozen to a few hundred euros a month for solid coverage — far less than a full-time IT employee.

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August 19, 2026

How often does my website need a backup?

Ideally daily and automatic — especially if your site updates often (blog, online store) — so you never lose more than a day's worth of work if something goes wrong.

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August 19, 2026

Shared vs managed WordPress hosting — what’s the difference?

Shared hosting is cheap but you share resources with other sites; managed WordPress hosting costs more but delivers speed, security, and backups specifically optimized for WordPress.

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