Damon Yates is a model technology professional and business owner. In Yiddish, we call a man like him a 'mensch'; someone who stands out in life because of their ethics and commitment to community good. His services are outstanding, streamlined , comprehensive, priced uber fairly, relevant and flexible. I've had the pleasure of Damon's work on multiple issues over the years and he's the best. He sets the bar for the County's IT independent service providers. read more

I came in with a laptop that had stopped working and needed a diagnosis. The person that assisted me was responsive, courteous, and very easy to work with. Thanks! read more

Helpful and fast turn around time. Fair pricing and good communication on what needed to be done. Will use them in the future for any computer repair needs. read more

Great service, fast, fair and I would recommend Digital Dummys if you need computer repairs, honest straight forward advice and service!

Digital Dummies / Damon is amazing! He is always able to help fix my computer or answer any questions I have regarding it. I have never met a computer tech with so much knowledge or care for his customers. I have brought my laptop, desktop, and other computers to him. He has been able to fix issues, remove viruses, and help build my desktop or suggest new components I wanted to buy. He is way more affordable and has better quality than large companies that feel they can charge ridiculous amounts due to the brand name. I HIGHLY recommend Digital Dummies. read more

Excellent work! Fast turnaround (same day!) to install a new SSD in my ten-year-old desktop PC that was sluggish. Now it works like new!

My desktop and my printer were suddenly not communicating with each other. We tried everything we knew to clear the problem, with no luck. Damon to the rescue! He responded quickly (on a holiday weekend) and in a short time, remotely fixed the problem. Best of all, he's a very pleasant person to deal with. read more

I brought Damon 2 computers to fix for my father and myself. He delivered and did them both for a reasonable price! I have been using his services for over 10 years and he has never let me down! If you are looking for someone that would get the job done. This is the place! Thanks Damon read more

My poor stand-by laptop (MacBook Pro) is getting old and I finally had to get it in to someone BESIDES Apple to fix it. They are too expensive, slow and not terribly good at listening to what customers want. Damon at Digital Dummys is completely different. I was frazzled when I called Digital Dummys about my laptop since I am in the middle of a very challenging semester at school while also working 50+ hours per week. I stress over things like a computer crash or mis-behavior at a really bad time, which this was. Damon wasn't fazed by my obvious anxiety the slightest bit. He listened to both my problem, my proposed resolution and quoted me a very reasonable price. He also gave me the name of another place (also highly rated on Yelp) where I could take my computer if he, Damon, could not resolve my issue. Damon did, in fact, do even better than resolve my issue. He managed to transfer my files to an external drive I provided (my primary request), cleaned up some files he found to be corrupted on my computer, AND managed to get my computer to stop turning off on the turn of a dime and then not re-boot. He did even this extra stuff within an incredibly short amount of time for which I am eternally grateful to Damon. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! I'm being long-winded here but the bottom line: If you're in the Ventura/Oxnard/Pt. Hueneme/TO area and you're having a computer issue, wondering where to take it for diagnostics/repair, Digital Dummys will not disappoint. In fact, I need to get a battery replacement done and will be taking it back to Damon for that service in a couple of weeks (have to get past a project milestone here). BUT, at least now I have a backup I can rely on AND (at least for now) two working laptops to keep me going until I finally finish up my degree this semester. That is very much thanks to Damon at Digital Dummys. I really couldn't have asked for more. read more

Damon is the best! He repairs my computer remotely now. He was in Camarillo and I took the computer in. I'm a long-time customer!

My ASUS laptop (circa 2013) had so many bad blocks on the hard drive, that it took minutes to boot and even longer to start any application. I stopped into see Damon on a Wednesday afternoon and explained the situation. He recommended a solid state drive (SSD) and a fresh install of Windows 10. Less than 24 hours later, Damon called me to let me know that my laptop was ready to pick up. Yes...in less than a DAY, Damon not only resurrected my computer and gave it new life, but all for a ridiculously fair price of $200. Now everything is faster than the day I bought it. Damon even installed some free apps that are compatible with MS Office, as well as free antivirus software. Bonus! Damon provides the fastest, friendliest, and easily the most affordable service a computer owner could ever wish for. Just look at all the 5-star reviews! Don't be a Digital Dummy - go see Damon! read more

I damaged the LCD screen on my Alienware Area 51M and I didn't feel comfortable trying to fix it myself. I contacted several "computer repair" shops in this town, who shall remain nameless, since they didn't or probably just couldn't do this kind of work apparently lacking the expertise... anyway I happened to call Damon at Digital Dummies and he was easy to deal with, and just as important did have the skills necessary to change a laptop LCD screen. The waiting for the replacement LCD screen took the longest part of the entire repair. I had ordered the wrong screen, my mistake, and when I came to pick up the $200 part, Damon had it all boxed up nicely ready to be addressed and ship back! This kind of simple consideration is usually not done in most repair shops of any kind and I appreciated it. Finally I got the right screen, I'd barely made the trip home when Damon was on the phone and had the repair done and ready to pick up. If I need comp repair again of course I am taking it back to Damon. And he liked my cat too, who I brought along for the trip. read more

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Beyond 5/5 stars! I was sitting down to eat some delicious take out and a beautiful glass of two buck chuck, with my laptop open and ready to place Netflix. Then, my clumsy self knocked that heavy-pour wine directly onto the middle of my laptop keyboard. There was a moment and then darkness. I tried to open up the laptop with any and all screws I could access, and drip dry... but the damage seemed really bad. The next day, I contacted Damon and he was concerned with the potential damage, but very open to checking it out. I brought it in on my lunch break, and we said a few well wishes over it, and by the afternoon, he had been able to replace the battery and everything has been working COMPLETELY FINE!!! He will be absolutely be my go-to for any and all computer/electronic issues going forward. What a nice and skilled person! Thanks Damon! read more

Terrific repair service and very reasonably priced. Way better than the Apple store or ATT. Reparied Mac desktop, PC laptop, Ipad and Mac laptop. Honest and easy! read more

Damon is great. My best kept secret...the problem is I keep telling everyone about him...lol We had 3 computers repaired by him. 1 laptop that BB said was dead and beyond repair is working like a champ. 1 laptop that had a few hardware issues fixed including a blue screen problem no one could fix. 1 desktop that had a few issues (hardware, viruses, etc). We could not be happier and will continue to use him for our family computer needs. read more

Damon went above and beyond to help me with my PC repair, I can't thank him enough!

Earlier this week I cracked my computer screen when it fell and it wouldn't turn on. The owner was very helpful and he was able to replace the screen very quickly! read more

Damon is amazing! I had a completely dead laptop that he brought back to life at a great price. I highly recommend his services to anyone needing computer repair. Very personable! read more

Damon is the Rock Star of computer repair! Here's my story... About 18 months ago, I bought myself a new HP laptop computer. I used it maybe a half-dozen times. About 10 days ago, I was using it for work. I had it set-up on a desk, and plugged into an outlet under the desk. I got up from the desk, and my foot got tangled in the power cord, causing the computer to come off the desk and hit the floor. It still worked, and the damage wasn't catastrophic, but it bothered me to be a professional with a cosmetically damaged computer. Enter Damon at Digital Dummys... I called him based on the great Yelp reviews, and explained the problem. I sent him pictures of the damage, and the computer's model and serial numbers, and he sourced the necessary part. He ordered it, and it arrived a few days later. I dropped the computer off at Damon's shop at about 9:45 a.m., and it was fixed within 90 minutes or so. On time, and at the quoted price. And, on top of his obvious skill and competence, Damon is a very nice guy! Just a pleasure to work with. The bad news was that I damaged my computer. The good news is that I found Damon to fix it. I hope I never need his services again, but if I do, I won't hesitate to call him! read more

My friend's old work computer died with nothing backed up. I called Digital Dummys after finding them on Yelp. They were able to diagnose the problem over the phone and quoted him a very reasonable rate. They got the job done within the hour. This place is a hidden gem. Thanks guys! read more

Went down to digital dummys after i ripped a key off a macbook pro that i literally had just sold online. I needed a replacement fast. While Damon didnt have a replacement, he managed to get the old one on and didnt charge me because it was such a quick fix. And this is all during this covid panademic where everything is closed. He could have charged me $100 and i would have taken it. Thank you again! read more

Damon is the man! My laptop was slower than a herd of turtles stampeding through peanut butter... but not anymore. My hard drive was replaced and my wallet didn't take a big hit. read more

I took in my 9-year-old Lenovo laptop, which had suddenly shut itself off--for good, I feared. Damon said it was no doubt the hard drive. He was right. He put in a new solid-state hard drive, cloned my old one onto the new one, and had it ready in two days, all for only $200. It works fine now, much faster, and all my data and apps are just as before. I'm very happy and very impressed with the service and turnaround. read more

Damon is my computer guy from now on. He is a technically capable and customer oriented guy who epitomizes the way a local business should be operated but is hard to find these days. He is prompt and charges fairly. Wayne read more

Great customer service at a reasonable cost. I highly recommend. I had a diagnosis and repair estimate in less than a day. The replacement drive was ordered and installed fast. My hard drive was on its last legs. Damon, the owner, patiently monitored the data transfer to the new solid-state drive which took two weeks to complete; that's how slow/damaged my old drive was. During that time Damon gave me regular updates which I appreciated. Now that the computer is back home it is working like a champ. read more

I needs my hard drive replaced. I called in the morning and took it in same day and had my computers back 4 hrs later. Owner was very professional and helpful. I would recommend read more

Honest, helpful, and expedient - a rare combination indeed. They even occasionally sell laptops!

Damon saved my life. He was able to repair my PC in 1 day and save my data. I love his fast work and reliable pricing. Would honestly recommend him. Would be using him for near future work. Thank u Damon. read more

I can't recommend Damon enough! I was desperate to get my computer back in the same day since I am a teacher and teaching virtually. He had me up and running in 3 hours. WOW! More than I could have hoped for! My computer is faster than ever. I'm amazed!!! Excellent and speedy service! read more

I have used Digital Dummies over the last 8 years. Damon has always been spot on. Often, I can call him from home and in real time he will resolve my problem. He offers me ideas on the most prudent purchases from other vendors. Damon, is my spiritual computer guru. Lawrence Borelli, MD read more

Brought a 7mo old laptop with a broken hinge in from a dog jumping into the users lap. Laptop came back with the lower clips for the rear clamshell completely broken off, (they were fine when I brought it in and still sealed correctly) technician tried telling me that they were just "too worn out". the adhesive for the LCD panel not replaced and pulling off from the front of the panel frame leaving gaps all around the bottom, the lcd panel itself now being missaligned within the frame by several mm around the top and left side leaving very apparent black borders and cutting off windows on the right and bottom of the screen, and the webcam shorted out and dead, grounding on the new rear panel cover causing extreme heat to the touch in that area. The technician I interacted got around to things in a relatively timely manner, and was never rude, but the end result of the service was legitimately the worse I have ever experienced. I greatly wish I had taken my service elsewhere. An lcd panel being slightly askew, and the bottom of the panel frame being open a few mm wasnt enough to warrant me even really caring about a 700$ laptop that much. But the lie and finding out today that the webcam is completely dead is just over my breaking point. More is broken on my laptop after taking it in than was repaired. Very, greatly dissatisfied with the end results of the service. Needless to say they will not be getting business from me, or any of my other very tech heavy friends and family. read more

I had a macbook that crashed on me and Damon was able to trouble shoot it and fix it in no time. Great communication skills explains to me, (not the most computer savvy person) of what the problem was. He also was very helpful in helping me get the info out of the completely crashed hard drive. Would highly recommend!!!! read more

I am really thankful for Damon and his service. I thought I lost about 20 years of computer recordings. He found the problem and fixed it. A really nice guy, very helpful. read more

Damon is awesome. He is the American Dream of a single person company entrepreneurial spirit. After calling 4 computer places, he called me back very promptly. After a Windows 10 Update, I got the Blue Screen of Death with continuous Automatic Startup Repair. He was able to backup and reset my computer. His customer service skills were great. Dont be afraid of his hole in the wall store as it is littered with computer stuff. He was in there working in a hot box of a store sweating hard during the heat taking care of his customers as the landlord had not fixed the AC. Also, he just charged $90. Way less then the box stores! As a side note, he even let borrow a copy of Windows 10 on a disc to do it myself. After thinking it over, I came back. He was great! read more

First off I would like to say if I could give Damon 6 stars I would! That's how awesome he is. There's a reason he has a perfect 5 star rating. Been here a handful of times for repairs on everything from macs pcs and even my PlayStation. He goes above and beyond services expected. He even will educated you on recommended upkeep of your system. A few times I've been in he takes care of me right away with no wait and if it needs more Work his turn around time is fast! I even got a call from him on his day off to let me know my computer was ready. There was on instance where I had paid for his services and left. I got a call the next day from Damon and said there was an extra $20 bill stuck in the money that I paid him. He kindly said I can pick up anytime! That kind of honesty and integrity is priceless! He is always busy in the shop and I can see why. I think digital dummies is the best kept secret in town. Thank you so much for your service and support! A++++++++ in my book! read more

Video to my monitor stopped working. I suspected a bad video card as the computer seemed to boot okay. I called and took my desktop unit to these technicians and was treated fast more than fairly and the price was extremely reasonable for a quick fix in less than 15 minutes. Definitely recommend them and would use them again read more

It's great to find a computer technician that goes the extra mile and Damon does just that. He has fixed various problems with my computer and tablet and is a wealth of knowledge about computers. He even makes house calls and can remotely take a look at your system saving a lot of time and effort with easy fixes on line. Quality work at great prices, he is like the car mechanic we all want to have and keeps my computers running in great shape. read more

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THANK YOU! This place has saved many of my family's machines: modded an x-box to fix overheating problems, salvaged my freaking out computer for a mere hundred bucks to get it working right again (included the part, too!), and replaced a busted laptop power connector for another laptop. It is hard to find good hardware repair for computers and this place does a great job. Seriously, before you run out and drop hundreds replacing your machines, spend the $75 bucks and let this place see if they can fix it first. They are computer miracle workers! Also, I like supporting local small business, and they have been super helpful and responsive in the past about arranging for emergency computer repair, pick ups, etc. Formerly was flat rate computer repair, but this review covers the old and the new store (think there is one guy now who owns it, but not sure). read more

Messaged him the day before, went in the following day as soon as they opened, and he had my computer ready in less than 10 min. *Upgraded my MacBook Pro (late 2011) from 4GB to 8GB* read more

I spilled some soda on my unibody macbook, like a dummy, and Damon was able to fix it like it was no big deal. This guy knows his stuff. When the new front piece came in, he was able to install it and have it back in my hands in a few hours, that day. He communicates really well and is a super honest guy; you don't feel like you're getting ripped off and the work is exceptional! I will definitely be back when I mess up something else. :) read more