Looking for the best Cloud Computing, Server Hosting, and Office 365
for your Business or Home Office?
Dial a Nerd (aka Dial a Geek) is near you in Auckland, Pukekohe, Hamilton
and across all of NZ (Remote IT Support)!
Reliable cloud computing, secure server hosting, cloud management & licensing, and fully supported Office 365 tools form the backbone of modern IT
Discover the best cloud computing, secure server hosting, and Office 365 support for your business or home office, near you in Auckland, Pukekohe, Hamilton and NZ-wide. Whether you need hybrid solutions or on-premises server support, Dial A Nerd (aka Dial a Geek) delivers dependable, scalable technology tailored to your exact needs.
Visit us at 6 Cape Hill Road, Pukekohe or call 09 238 2560 to learn more.
The central principle of our solutions
To allow you to work securely from anywhere. We offer cloud-based and hybrid solutions with great flexibility and ongoing support.
Dial a Nerd provides remote and onsite IT support for businesses of all shapes and sizes. We provide a turnkey IT solution that includes cloud-based server hosting, cloud management & licensing, cloud-based calling (VoIP), MS Office 365, cloud computing, IT and network support and more.
Dial a Nerd is a complete IT support company that takes the worry out of all your business's computer and tech-related maintenance, sales and network support needs. Get in touch today and we'll get one of our qualified experts on the case for you.
These guys give a great service. Friendly nerds who know how to find a solution for your computer, server, data needs, and how to communicate it!
Awesome support from the team at Dial A Nerd, on their excellent advise set up cloud backups, these saved us just over a month later when our server crashed. They had us back up and running within 24 hours, exceptional service and support from a great team. Can highly recommend them.
MS Office 365 and cloud-based server technology
Make your work applications and files available from anywhere you choose - in a secure, virtual environment meaning bulky, often unreliable server hardware is unnecessary.
It's a space-saving, productivity-enhancing internet solution that brings your office with you, wherever you go, and there's no need for an army of IT support staff, spanners or gigantic fans to keep the server running. It's all in the cloud.
It's all in the what?
The cloud is just that. It's somewhere up there in the ether that is the internet, floating behind a password-protected wall, waiting to work for you and your company. Cloud-based servers are "rented" by companies through third-party service providers like Dial a Nerd, who take responsibility for storing your work apps and files as part of a subscription service.
Cloud-based services can also incorporate your web hosting services, and they are specifically designed to make file-sharing simpler and more accessible. One of the main advantages of cloud-based information storage is that, as opposed to one large server housing all your files, the information and resources are often distributed among many cloud servers. That makes large-scale loss of data far less likely.
Free IT Audit & Consultation
Book your free IT audit and consultation today to assess how well your business is using cloud computing, server hosting, and Office 365. We’ll review your current setup, check for risks or inefficiencies, and provide clear, practical advice on how to optimise performance, security, and licensing. No pressure – just expert insights to help you move forward with confidence.
Benefits of cloud-based solutions
1. No server crashes
The heavy "whirring" of gigantic fans; the heat from the wall of hardware as you enter the confined space; the sparks that fly when something goes wrong… When a server crashes, it can bring the entire company to a grinding halt. That's bad for business and can have far-reaching financial ramifications.
Cloud hosting cuts out the need for excess hardware, which can be prone to overheating, glitches and crashes. Hardware also requires regular upgrades, which can be costly. For smaller companies, cloud-based means no server at all. For larger companies, it means fewer servers for your IT team to worry about.
2. Accessibility
Effective cloud infrastructure facilitates access to your company data anywhere, anytime. That's a huge plus with remote work becoming more commonplace. Sharing files is also easier, as most cloud-based systems have built-in tools that allow files to be exchanged at the touch of a button.
Speed and productivity soar because, essentially, your cloud-based infrastructure places the office everywhere at once. It can be used to enhance communication, sharing and learning by making applications, updates and workflows accessible online. Timesheets can also be updated and stored in the cloud for payroll and billing purposes.
3. Lower costs
This is the golden thread that makes cloud infrastructure a real "no-brainer". Cutting costs and growing your business is always priority one - cloud-based solutions can cut down on your overheads in several real world, real time ways.
Cloud hosting services cut hardware costs allowing you to focus on the business of making a profit. Increased accessibility to files and applications at every level of the company saves time and resources. That also equates to higher productivity and increased output for your staff.
FAQs
Q: What is the cloud server?
A: A cloud server is a virtual server that runs in a cloud computing environment rather than on a physical device in your office.
It performs the same functions as a traditional server, storing files, running applications, managing databases, but it's hosted in a data centre and accessed via the internet.
Cloud servers are flexible, scalable, and cost-effective. You don’t need to manage hardware, and you can easily adjust your resources as your needs change. Common providers include Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Q: What are the three types of cloud servers?
A: The three main types of cloud servers are:
- Public Cloud – Hosted by third-party providers (like AWS or Azure) and shared across multiple customers. You pay only for what you use.
- Private Cloud – Dedicated servers for a single organisation, offering more control and security but usually at a higher cost.
- Hybrid Cloud – A mix of public and private clouds, enabling businesses to store sensitive data privately while using public resources for less critical operations.
Each model has its advantages depending on your needs for security, cost, and scalability.
Q: Which are the different types of servers?
A: In general IT terms, server types include:
- Web servers (host websites)
- File servers (store and manage files)
- Database servers (manage structured data)
- Application servers (run software for users)
In cloud environments, these can all be delivered virtually and scaled on demand. Cloud servers mimic these traditional roles, but with the advantage of being accessed remotely, billed hourly or monthly, and often automatically backed up.
Q: What's the difference between Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365?
A: Microsoft Office is the traditional suite of productivity apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) that you buy once and install on your computer. Microsoft 365 is a subscription service that includes those apps plus regular updates, OneDrive cloud storage, Teams, and other collaboration tools.
Key differences:
- Microsoft 365: Subscription-based, always updated, multi-device use
- Office 2021 (or older): One-time purchase, static version, limited support
Most businesses and individuals now choose Microsoft 365 for its flexibility and included cloud services.
Q: What are the disadvantages of Office 365?
A: While Microsoft 365 is powerful, it has a few drawbacks:
- Ongoing cost: You pay monthly or annually, which can be more expensive over time
- Internet reliance: Some features depend on cloud access
- Complex licensing: Multiple plans can make it hard to choose
- Privacy concerns: Storing documents in the cloud raises data protection issues for some users
- Change management: Businesses need to stay on top of updates and user training
That said, for most users the benefits (updates, flexibility, collaboration) outweigh these concerns.
Want to learn more?
To find out more about Cloud Computing, Server Hosting or Office 365, see our FAQs page or give us a call on 09 2382560
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