Computer Health Check with Tune-Up/Optimization
Think of it as a Digital Check Up. In one visit, TekDok tightens up your security, uncovers risks and improves speed and efficiency.
TekDok Restores Your Peace of Mind.
Comprehensive Vulnerability Scan
Deep dive into your system to identify security gaps and potential risks
Sample Profile:
- Password & Access Practices (25 points)
- [ ] Unique passwords used for all accounts (10 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Password manager in place (5 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Multi‑factor authentication (MFA) enabled (5 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Shared accounts minimized (5 pts) ☐ ______
Category Total (out of 25): ☐ ______
- Software Updates & Patching (20 points)
- [ ] Operating systems updated regularly (10 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Applications patched consistently (5 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Antivirus/endpoint protection current (5 pts) ☐ ______
Category Total (out of 20): ☐ ______
- Backup & Recovery (20 points)
- [ ] Regular backups performed (10 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Offsite or cloud backup available (5 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Recovery process tested at least annually (5 pts) ☐ ______
Category Total (out of 20): ☐ ______
- Network & Device Safeguards (20 points)
- [ ] Wi‑Fi secured (WPA2/3) (5 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Router/firewall configured properly (5 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Devices encrypted (5 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Remote access secured (VPN, MFA) (5 pts) ☐ ______
Category Total (out of 20): ☐ ______
- User Awareness & Habits (15 points)
- [ ] Staff trained on phishing awareness (5 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Clear written security policies in place (5 pts) ☐ ______
- [ ] Safe browsing/email practices followed (5 pts) ☐ ______
Category Total (out of 15): ☐ ______
💼 Why TekDok
- Peace of Mind Your Business is Secured
- Veteran‑straight‑talk, experienced engineer who has seen every computer issue.
- Fast response, human‑first support, proven systems.
- Normal rate: $150/hr.
🚨 Security Audit
- Includes comprehensive checklist review, backup validation, vendor risk check, phishing exposure scan, prioritized fixes.
Efficiency Health Check and Tune-Up
Tune-Ups include the following:
- Virus and malware scan
- Deactivate unnecessary applications from startup
- Clean unnecessary registry entries
- Update applications
- Optimize browsers for privacy and speed
- Full hardware health scan (CPU, RAM, SSD/HDD)
- Temperature and thermal performance check
- SMART drive analysis for early failure detection
- Windows event log review for recurring errors
- Startup impact analysis (boot time + startup load)
- Uninstall unused or malicious programs
- Repair corrupted system files (SFC/DISM)
- Test Wi‑Fi and Ethernet performance
- Reset and optimize network adapters
- Flush DNS and reset TCP/IP stack
- Optimize cloud sync (OneDrive, Google Drive, iCloud)
- Update BIOS/UEFI when appropriate
- Patch security vulnerabilities
- Clean cookies, cache, and browsing data
- Sync bookmarks and passwords securely
- Disable resource‑heavy background processes
- Optimize power settings for performance or efficiency
- Defragment HDD (if applicable) / TRIM SSD
- Update drivers (GPU, chipset, network, audio, etc.) for improved stability and speed
- Remove spyware, adware, and PUPs
- Verify firewall and antivirus status
- Check for unauthorized remote‑access tools
- Strengthen browser security settings
- Re‑test boot time
- Re‑test application load time
- Re‑test internet speed
- Provide a summary of improvements
- Improve airflow and cooling efficiency
- Clean keyboard, screen, and chassis
- Dust removal from vents and fans
- Create restore point after optimization is complete
- Explain what was fixed
- Provide security recommendations
- Suggest hardware upgrades if needed
- Offer ongoing maintenance or cybersecurity packages
Personalized Recommendations
Get expert advice from a certified cybersecurity consultant
Jargon-Free Explanations
Understand what's happening and how to fix it; no tech speak
About TekDok
BBB Accredited Rating: A+
Years in Business: 22
Products and Services
Why Choose TekDok?
At TekDok, we don't just fix problems — we prevent them. Here's why clients across Arizona trust TekDok with their tech.
Save Time & Frustration
Fast, clear tech support that gets you back to what matters
Protect Your Business
Stay ahead of cyber threats and data loss with proactive security
Peace of Mind
Know your systems are secure, optimized, and professionally maintained
Learn as You Go
Understand what's happening — no mystery, just mastery
Trusted Partner
Build a lasting relationship with a veteran-owned, educator-led tech expert
What Sets TekDok Apart
25+ years of hands-on IT and cybersecurity experience
Veteran-owned, educator-led — we teach as we fix
Personalized service with fast response times
Local expertise with remote capabilities
What TekDok Offers
Comprehensive IT Support and Cybersecurity Services Tailored to Your Needs
Remote Tech Support
Troubleshooting, optimization, and guidance — all delivered remotely. Whether it's a sluggish PC or a software mystery, TekDok gets you back on track fast.
Cybersecurity Audits
We assess vulnerabilities, recommend fixes, and help you understand your digital risk — so you can sleep better at night.
Hardware Setup & Repair
From new device setup to diagnosing hardware issues, TekDok ensures your tech is running smoothly and securely.
Software Training
Learn the tools you use every day — from Microsoft Office to cloud platforms — with patient, jargon-free instruction tailored to your pace.
Small Business IT Consulting
We help entrepreneurs and small teams build secure, scalable tech foundations — from installations to backup strategies.
Surveillance Equipment
We provide clean, reliable camera installations designed for clear coverage and dependable security. Each system is mounted, aligned, and configured for optimal visibility. Every camera is tested, secured, and set up for remote access so you always have eyes on what matters.
Meet Your Tech Partner
Dan Kowalsky is a USMC Gulf War veteran, technician, and computer consultant with a master's degree in cybersecurity and certifications from CompTIA and PMI.
With over two decades of experience in IT, project management, and business consulting, he founded TekDok to bring clarity, security, and trust back to tech support.
As the founder of Back To Basics Computer Services, L.L.C. in Lake Havasu City (est. 2004), Dan helped thousands of clients navigate tech challenges with confidence. Now his business serves the Prescott, Prescott Valley, Dewey, Chino Valley, and surrounding areas. His approach blends deep technical expertise with a teacher's mindset — empowering clients to understand their systems, not just fix them.
TekDok is more than a service — it's a philosophy: simplify, secure, and support.
Whether you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, professional, or everyday computer user, Dan meets you where you are and helps you move forward.
USMC
Gulf War Veteran
Master's
Cybersecurity
CompTIA
Certified
25+ Years
Experience
Doctor's Orders
At TekDok, we don't just fix your tech — we diagnose, treat, and prevent problems before they spread. Here's a peek inside the exam room:
"You're Running a Fever"
Your system's overheating — time for a cleanup or thermal tune-up.
"Time for Your Annual Physical"
Schedule your yearly security audit and hardware check.
"You've Got a Clean Bill of Heath"
No threats detected. Your system's secure and running strong.
Need a check-up?
What Clients Say
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Drop Off Location
703 East Gurley Street, Prescott Arizona 86301
Phone: 928-727-6972
