Tech help
you can trust.
Patient, expert support for computers, networks, and small business websites. In your home, your office, or remote.
Hi, I'm Michael!
I'm a software engineer based in Arlington, Virginia, helping neighbors and small businesses get their tech working the way it should.
I finished my Master's in Computer Science at the University of Vermont in 2025 with a 3.94 GPA, and I've been doing this work professionally since 2024. I take my time, explain what I'm doing, and don't talk down to anyone.
I work in person across Arlington and Falls Church, or remotely if that's easier for you.
"I want you to feel comfortable asking the question, no matter how small it sounds."
The everyday stuff, and then some.
Most calls fall into one of these three buckets. If yours doesn't, please reach out anyway. There's a good chance I can help, and if it's outside what I do, I'll happily point you to someone who can.
Computers, top to bottom.
Setting up a new laptop, transferring files from an old one, sorting out a slow machine, removing things that shouldn't be there, getting printers and monitors talking to each other.
Wi-Fi and networks.
Wi-Fi that drops in the back bedroom, routers that need replacing, mesh setups, password resets, smart home devices that won't connect, basic security cleanup.
Small business websites.
A simple, professional site for your business or practice. Or a tune-up of one you already have. Built clean, hosted reliably, easy for you to update.
A few recent jobs.
- 2025 stephenshanabrook.com Designed and built a clean portfolio site for a working artist, with hosting and easy updates. ~website
- 2025 New computer transition Migrated files, photos, mail, and apps from an aging laptop to a new machine with zero data loss. ~setup-migration
- 2025 Secure laptop wipe Backed up what mattered, then wiped a retired laptop properly before donation. Verified clean. ~data-security
Let's sort it out!
Send a quick note describing what's going on. I usually reply same day, and the first conversation is always free.