Computing

I teach a wide range of computer and iPad subjects, for example; you may want help with how to set up a new iPad or computer or how to organise your photographs on your iPad or computer.

Whatever you wish to know about your technology then just call and we can discuss it!

The training and help I offer can either be in a one-to-one environment in your own home (I cover Dorchester and surrounding areas) or you could attend a fun group sessions like an iPad workshop that I run at periodic times.

Prices from £40 per hour.

Call me today on 07359 046646.

Computing Testimonials

Very swift and efficient manner…

I first met Jane when she was holding computer workshops at Age UK Dorchester, giving advice and help to new and novice users with their problems. I found the advice that I obtained on my visit so very helpful with the problem I was experiencing at that time. I later contacted her with problems that I was having with my desktop PC, with a visit from her at my home she was able to sort my troubles out and left me with my PC running on top form. Later with a problem on my laptop that I had not had for long she suggested she would be happy to apply her deft touch at her PC clinic if I would prefer to take it there for her to sort out my problem. This was achieved in a very swift and efficient manner. In the future I know I can contact her with any computer problems should they arise.

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Pete Saunders
West Lulworth

Jane has been an invaluable to us…

Jane – Fast, effective and pain free relief from IT problems and issues. Jane has been an invaluable to us. Without her patient, methodical approach and vast computer knowledge we would have had issues with phones and computers. Her forward planning and calm teaching approach has been so rewarding. We would not hesitate in recommending Jane to young and old alike.

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Susie Frampton
PDF Erection Services Ltd

Jane has been a blessing…

Jane has been a blessing to my husband and I after us purchasing a computer, she is very knowledgeable, professional and personable she takes the time to explain all she is doing

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Bernice and Edward Everson
Charminster

I have no hesitation in recommending her…

Having used Jane Askew’s services for my computer I have no hesitation in recommending her as really knowledgeable and helpful in every way

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Jackie Edmonds
Dorchester

Has been a great help to me…

Jane has been a great help to me when I found myself with computer troubles. Jane can spot the trouble quickly and perform the necessary tasks to put things right. Thank you, Jane

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Dorothy Sweet
Dorchester

Talks at my level, makes it all seem so simple…

Being a technophobe, I’ve always needed someone I could trust to sort out my computer issues. Jane talks at my level, makes it all seem so simple and holds my hand (so to speak) while doing the work. I would always recommend her! I also wanted to include my mobile number here, but she wouldn’t let me so if you’d like to talk to me, I’m happy for her to pass my number on

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Stuart Grant
Retired

Makes the whole thing easy…

I have three small to medium sized businesses and a fantastic integrated IT system that Jane was instrumental in acquiring and setting up. My PC, my laptop and my smart phone all work in unison so it doesn’t matter where I am in the world I can communicate – such a relief. I am IT literate but don’t have the time to problem solve my issues without the support of Jane who makes the whole thing easy! Thank you Jane

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Joanna Hirst
The Good Interim Management Company

I couldn’t recommend Jane more highly…

Since Jane gave our home computer her professional attention it has taken on a new lease of life and (finally) behaves quickly and responsively. No-one had ever persuaded it to communicate with our aging printer until Jane tackled this issue. Now it happily works for my phone and my I pad too! Jane visited our home until she felt confident that we both understood the “how” for several more tricky tasks. She also left clear, hard copy, instructions to refer to. I couldn’t recommend Jane more highly. She has converted two technophobes completely!

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Kate and Tony ODonnell
Stratton

Can’t thank you enough…

I totally rely on my laptop for business and woke up in a cold sweat “what if it were damaged or lost”? All my business records and email address’s gone!!!?? I quickly called Jane and an appointment was made immediately. 24 hours later – Oh the Joy – Back Up Systems now in place, Security Checked and Upgraded, Top Tips to save time, the best Christmas present ever, the relief is magnificent, something I should have done years ago, but thankfully all done and now fully prepared. Can’t thank you enough – best money spent in 2014

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Vanessa Turner
Dorchester

Jane opened up a new world…

I recommend Jane. I was very ill, I was housebound, and with a loss of regular contact in particular with members of the family. Jane opened up a new world by patiently showing IT skills.Jane visited my home in my own suitable time

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R. M. a grateful client
Frampton

Always willing to help us oldies…

Having been born in 1930 when school was not at it’s best, I find it nice to meet someone like Jane, who as the patience and is always willing to help us oldies on the computers

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Geoff Stewkesbury
Portland

And gives you the confidence…

Jane teaches you how to use your iPad in an easily understandable way and gives you the confidence to use it.

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Mary Voss
Dorchester

I recommend her to any silver surfer…

As a novice older iPad owner my introduction to Jane proved invaluable as she set up and taught me how to approach the 21st Century technology. Jane is patient, encouraging and lessons always enjoyable. I recommend her to any silver surfer

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Joy Jermy
Dorchester

An excellent and engaging teacher…

Jane is an excellent and engaging teacher, going through difficulties point by point (writing things down point by point too) which I found very helpful as it made things easier to understand and there is always that extra bit of information oh yes now I get it! Jane is so enthusiastic and obviously loves her work because she will go to any lengths to sort out problems. I would highly recommend Jane

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Anita Finnigan
Dorchester

Learning how to cope with the internet…

I enjoyed the hour spent with you learning how to cope with the internet on my Android tablet and find your notes very useful.  I  hope soon to be as knowledgeable as you. I am hoping to arrange another lesson in the near future.  I have several queries that need answers and have no doubt you will be able to help

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Pat Sprules
Dorchester

Jane responded quickly to my request for help…

Jane responded quickly to my request for help.  Her knowledge and computer skills soon became obvious, and the problems were soon sorted with patience, cheerfulness and humour.  I feel confident about asking her again when I need assistance

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Vivien Ford
Dorchester

No problem is ever too big or too small…

I have volunteered for Jane for 18 months as an IT tutor and in that time I have learnt an awful lot! Jane is an excellent teacher, she is very patient, trustworthy, kind, thorough, and no problem is ever too big or too small. There is nothing this lady doesn’t know about IT and if she doesn’t know, she will endeavour to find out how to solve the problem! Jane is friendly, but professional, and is always of a cheery nature! I would recommend Jane as I know her teaching skills and knowledge of IT will definitely help others

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Nicky Cumber
Dorchester

Whenever I have IT problems I call Jane…

Whenever I have IT problems I call Jane. Recently Jane transferred my files from a computer using an old Microsoft system to a new computer with the latest MS software.  All is still working well.

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Michael G Thresh
Director, PROTEEZ Limited

No problem is too small for her to explain

Every so often someone comes into your life who makes a real difference Jane is that person.  Her knowledge and expertise of everything IT related which completely mystifies some of us, is a joy to behold.  Her patience and understanding that some things take a while to sink in make her a pleasure to work with and no problem is too small for her to explain.  We would not hesitate to recommend her and know that she will make a difference to your life too

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Malcolm and Gillian Lucas
Charlton Down

Endlessly patient and kind…

Jane is a brilliant teacher. She is endlessly patient and kind and brings humour to every situation, so there is no need to be stressed about computers, printers, iPads or any aspect of technology. Jane is there and she is quite simply the best!

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Anna Biley
Dorchester

Excellent knowledge and patience…

I would recommend Jane Askew as a teacher as she has helped me so much. She has excellent knowledge and patience. I am an old lady with no technical knowledge at all. Jane has opened a new world for me. As we get older family and friends move away and shopping gets harder. I now enjoy chatting on e-mail and my shopping comes to me. It is so good to know when I press the wrong keys and make a mess of things. Jane is there to rescue me. I do hope other people like myself will be able to enjoy the things they never thought they could do with Jane’s help

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Maureen Long
Wool

A wonderful tutor…

Jane is a wonderful tutor, always patient, encouraging and most of all able to give her pupil confidence. As a retired teacher I recommend her whole heartily as her sense of humour and skills make every lesson productive and fun

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Val Stones
Dorchester

Endless patience coupled with her undoubted technical knowledge…

Jane has done a commendable job of converting two computaphobes into semi competent operators! Her lessons have been a joyful experience for us both, her endless patience coupled with her undoubted technical knowledge have made a previously taboo subject suddenly completely logical! We are now communicating with our children and grandchildren in a way they never envisaged that we ever would much to their relief! Many, many thanks Jane

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Tessa and Mike Hancock
Tincleton

She has helped me so much…

Jane had a clear understanding of the difficulties I was facing in making the most of my computer and the internet, and to use it, not only in communications, but also as a marketing tool for my husbands books. I am now able to add pages and edit my wordpress website with confidence. She has helped me so much, and given me the confidence I need.  Also as she teaches, she always writes down what we have gone through, so that if I forget something, which is often! I just have to refer to her notes

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Irene Holt
Dorchester

A very helpful iPad course…

Thanks Jane, a very helpful iPad course it has improved my knowledge considerably I would definitely consider more advanced training in the future

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Cindy Brown
Dorchester

At my pace and catered for my specific hobbies…

Having mastered computer basics there was so much more that I wanted to learn, but I did not have the confidence or, the expertise to take my interests further. With the help of Jane Askew, I am now able to make much more use of my computer, advancing my skill base to another level. What was so nice, the tuition that I received was at my pace and catered for my specific hobbies and pastimes. What I found very helpful was when I needed help to overcome a problem, a quick email and a full and comprehensive reply soon had me up and running

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Alan Davis
Sutton Poyntz

I will be forever grateful…

Twelve months ago I purchased an iPad, which I had no idea what so ever how to use. I went on to have 3 weekly 1 hour lessons, in the comfort of my own home with Jane. I will be forever grateful to her, for all she taught me, and the way she works is so good. Everything that we did was written down for me, so that I was left with a complete record, to which I can always refer. She also has the patience of a saint!!!!

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Joyce Smith
Martinstown

Explanations show skill and clarity…

Jane has helped me several times with both my iPad and PC. Each time has been successful and has left me confidant to work on my own. Her explanations show skill and clarity

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Bob Christian
Dorchester

I was terrified of gadgets…

As a person who is terrified of new gadgets, it was many years before I even used a mobile phone. Having grandchildren who pushed me into the 21st century, Jane has done the impossible and I have learned from her how to send messages to my grandchildren around the world perhaps one day I will use Facebook! Jane has been very patient with me and added another pleasure to my life to be able to survive in the 21st century

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David Hewitt
Dorchester

Really enjoyed my classes…

I have really enjoyed my classes with Jane, she is very knowledgeable, and really patient. Nothing is too much trouble for her she will go over anything you don’t understand and doesn’t make you feel uncomfortable about it. I would recommend her very highly, I am looking forward to her next class and shall continue to go for as long as she has them.

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Daphne Conroy
Dorchester

Help and advice proved invaluable…

Jane is an excellent teacher.  Her help and advice have proved invaluable, and its reassuring to know that I can call on her again whenever needed.  I can thoroughly recommend the service she gives

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Mrs Langdon
Dorchester

An extremely good teacher…

I recommend Jane as an extremely good teacher, very patient and willing to go over things until real understanding has been achieved. You could not find a better person to guide you through the mysteries of computers and iPads.

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Adrian Downton
Retired Headteacher

Highly recommended…

I cannot recommend Jane highly enough. She has shown endless patience whilst helping to make being on-line a positive experience for me. I really value her as a tutor and as a friend.

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Maureen Lucas
Charlton Down