IT services · Rostock-Warnemünde, Germany · 54.18° N, 12.07° E

Networks, servers & smart homes – planned clearly, implemented properly.

I'm Daniel Porath. I keep the IT of businesses, clubs and private households running – no jargon, and no trying to sell you anything you don't need.

  • Graduate engineer · software test engineer
  • On-site in Rostock & the surrounding area
  • Vendor-independent · privacy-conscious
  • Windows · Apple · Linux
Sound familiar?

Every IT setup has its trouble spot.

  • “The Wi-Fi drops the moment someone starts working from home.”
  • “Nobody has ever tested whether our backup actually works.”
  • “We need a server or NAS – but which one, and who sets it up?”
  • “GDPR has been sitting on the to-do pile for months.”
  • “The smart home listens to everyone – except us.”
  • “Our club finally needs a proper website.”

That's exactly what I'm here for. See my services

Services

One point of contact for all your IT.

From the first consultation to implementation and ongoing support.

  • Network & Wi-Fi

    A stable connection in every room: planning, setup and maintenance of your network infrastructure – from the router to secure remote access for your home office.

    Routers · Switches · Wi-Fi · VPN

  • Servers & NAS

    Central storage and services that simply work: selection, setup and hardening of servers and NAS systems – including user management, file shares, monitoring and ongoing support.

    NAS · File shares · Active Directory · Group Policies

  • Backups & cybersecurity

    So ransomware or a failed hard drive never turns into a disaster: well-designed backup strategies and data protection solutions that demonstrably work.

    Backup · Recovery · Protection concepts

  • GDPR & data privacy

    Data privacy done pragmatically, not in a panic: consulting and support in creating data protection concepts for your business or club.

    Privacy concept · Consulting · Implementation

  • Smart home & automation

    A home that does as it's told: setup and configuration of smart devices with Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant or app – up to complete home automation solutions.

    Alexa · Siri · Google Assistant · Home automation

  • Hardware, software & websites

    From the right laptop to your own website: advice, procurement and setup, smaller repairs and upgrades, plus software configuration and hosting.

    PC & laptop · Smartphone · Repairs & upgrades · Website · Docker

Portrait of Daniel Porath

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About me

I understand technology. You shouldn't have to.

You want to take the next step in digitalising your business, your club or your own home, but you're not quite sure how? And cybersecurity and GDPR compliance shouldn't fall by the wayside either?

I'm happy to help!

As a graduate engineer working as a software test engineer, the IT sector is home ground for me. Above all, though, I'm an IT enthusiast – that passion is why I offer such a broad range of services. I use Windows, Apple and Linux every day myself – so I can help you on whatever system you already have. My experience across several industries helps me understand your situation quickly. No sales pressure, no one-size-fits-all packages: you get the solution that fits you.

  • Graduate engineer (Dipl.-Ing.)
  • Software test engineer
  • Rostock, Germany
How it works

Three steps to a solution.

No project jargon, no hidden costs – this is how we'll work together.

  1. Getting to know each other

    We discuss your situation by phone or email, free of obligation. You describe what's bothering you – I listen and ask the right questions.

  2. Concept & quote

    You receive a clear, understandable proposal with suitable hardware and software – vendor-independent and tailored to your budget.

  3. Implementation & support

    I implement the solution on-site or remotely – and remain your personal point of contact afterwards.

Recent work

Examples, not promises.

Four examples from real jobs – anonymised. For what customers say, have a look at my Google reviews.

  • Start-up · Hamburg

    Ongoing IT administration

    For a Hamburg-based HR start-up I look after the Microsoft environment on an ongoing basis: Microsoft 365, Azure and domain administration.

  • Private household

    Backing up a failing hard drive

    Data backed up, the system reinstalled and everything restored – including a backup plan, so next time it's no drama.

  • Home network

    No more Wi-Fi dropouts

    Reconfigured the home network infrastructure and optimised the Wi-Fi – the constant disconnects are history.

  • Windows · Linux · macOS

    Resets & fresh installs

    Computers reset or freshly installed and handed over ready to use – on all three systems.

Contact

Tell me what's not working.

Tell me briefly what's bothering you – I usually get back to you within 24 hours and will tell you honestly whether and how I can help. There is no walk-in shop: we'll arrange an appointment on-site or remote. English or German – whichever you prefer.

Lortzingstr. 4 · 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde · Germany · By appointment only

Frequent questions, answered upfront

Where do you work?
On-site in Warnemünde, Rostock and the surrounding area, along the Rostock–Lübeck corridor and in Hamburg. Many things can also be done remotely.
What does the initial consultation cost?
Nothing – getting to know each other and a first assessment are free and non-binding.
When are you available?
Appointments are mostly in the evenings and at weekends – exactly when you have time yourself. Other times by arrangement.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. You only pay for the kilometres actually driven from Rostock-Warnemünde (€0.50/km); ferry or parking costs may be added. As a small business under § 19 of the German VAT Act, I do not charge or show VAT.