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Computer Repair Job Gone Bad
This week I encountered a computer repair job that went bad. I’ve had experience dealing with jobs gone bad in the past and I have learnt how to avoid them in most cases. However, I think this one
VIEW POSTThird Year Boom, Fourth Year Bust
There is an old saying in business known as “third year boom, fourth year bust”. Its a trap that all computer technicians can fall into and its often fatal to their businesses.
VIEW POSTWhat would YOU do in these Situations?
As a technician, occasionally you come across situations where you are not quite sure what to do. Its a fine balance of personal morals, ethics and just doing business. I have written 7 questions which
VIEW POSTA Quick Reference Guide to Effective PC Maintenance / Service.
This is a guest post written by Nathan H from our forums. Nathan has written us a quick reference guide on what you can/should do for a computer maintenance task.
VIEW POSTComputer Technician Resource Sites
There are a handful of websites that make my job easier as a computer technician (especially Technibbles forums). These sites may contain hard-to-get drivers, special information or marketing materials.
VIEW POSTThe Problem with the Software Industry
A few weeks ago I wrote about the problem with the computer repair industry. This week I will be talking about the problem with the software industry with a focus on Norton and Vista.
VIEW POSTCustomising Windows and Doing Work for the Elderly
As computers become more and more of a necessity, the elderly are embracing computers in greater numbers. Just two days ago I had to set up a new laptop for a 78 year old woman and her money is just as
VIEW POSTThe Problem with the Computer Repair Industry
We’ve all heard of of the dodgy car mechanic that will say all sorts of things are wrong even though you only brought your car in for a simple oil change. People are beginning to fear a new type
VIEW POSTDiversify Your Income – How to Repair iPods
Lets face it, the computer repair business can be an unsteady source of income for many of us. Although I keep busy most of the year, my peak times are at the start of long holidays, at them end of them
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