Sam Lahr (37) Aug 14, 2009
Known online as slyone, Sam was acclaimed for his exceptional computer skills, not only with games, but with computer repair and technical support. This ability created a small community of people of all ages who depended on him to keep their computers alive and healthy. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
The quest of customer service Aug 12, 2009
I visit Walmart, OfficeMax, and two local computer repair stores. No one has the one I need. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
7-cent mistake means family loses home Aug 11, 2009
Rooks said Bonnie Berger, 34, a $12-an-hour nursing home aide, and her husband, 35, who has struggled to get his computer repair business off the ground, aren't model borrowers, but they're not deadbeats. Negotiations to resolve the problem failed last week when the bank's lawyers offered to reinstate the mortgage for $8,390, including $7,171 to cover back payments -- $3,000 more than the couple has or owes, Rooks said. (AZCentral -- Business)
SPORTS BULLETIN BOARD Aug 3, 2009
The cards cost 10 each and have 39 businesses coving Mattoon and Charleston businesses including pizzas, tanning, trees service, landscaping, Longaberger baskets, Avon, scrap booking, oil changes, produce from the local market in Charleston, Mexican places, hair salons, free coffee at breakfast, golfing, miniature golfing, computer repair and a local flower shop. You can get your CJFL card from any Charleston JFL player and or cheerleader or by calling Sarah Taflinger at 294-3523. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Babson College summer program fosters student start-ups Aug 3, 2009
During a recent session, one conceded that his idea for a computer repair business was running up against an oversaturated market. Another group of students said they were pleased with the number of merchants they had added to their online shopping portal, but disappointed by the revenue. (Boston Globe)
Job fair coming Tuesday Jul 31, 2009
com, MTI provides training in Administrative Assistant, Business Services Administration Medical Office Administration, Medical Billing & Coding, Clinical Medical Assistant and Computer Repair and Networking. Paychex, Inc., www. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Businesses fill empty downtown storefronts in Framingham Jul 29, 2009
The other business, a computer repair store, opened three months ago in the location left empty by The Lunch Express. RivaInfo Solutions, owned by Brazilian-born Rivelino Bispo, offers computer repair, Web site design and video and DVD production. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Judge continues hearing in child pornography case Jul 19, 2009
According to the criminal complaint, Wegenke came under suspicion after leaving his personal computer at a Menomonie computer repair shop on Dec. 12. The technician allegedly noted what appeared to be child pornography on the computer s hard drive and notified police. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Rosetta Stone: The Latest Case Against Google Jul 14, 2009
In a ruling that drew attention in April, the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit by computer repair firm Rescuecom against Google. The court said the company should at least have a chance to present evidence that consumers who searched for "Rescuecom" would be misled if ads for rival computer repair firms appeared in addition or instead. (BusinessWeek)
Rescuecom's Top 5 Tips to Prevent a Laptop Computer Repair Jul 13, 2009
Rescuecom's Top 5 Tips to Prevent a Laptop Computer Repair - Yahoo ... Rescuecom's Top 5 Tips to Prevent a Laptop Computer Repair ... RESCUECOM's five tips to keep laptops running smoothly and money in consumers' pockets by avoiding unnecessary laptop repair or computer repair expenses. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Selma changes its use of tax funds Jul 12, 2009
"This whole Measure S thing has really upset a large part of the population," said Gary Alexander, a former City Council candidate and the owner of a computer repair shop. "The way it was presented to us nobody could argue against it.". (Fresno Bee -- Local)
CB native considers a run for governor Jul 11, 2009
He owns a computer repair business in Salem and co-owns a family orchard near Hood River. He hasn t made many visits to the South Coast as a state representative, though he plans to come home to declare his candidacy if it gets that far. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Condoms Found to Cut Risk of Women Getting HPV Jul 2, 2009
Computer Repair and ServiceSeattle Sound area Computer, Network service enance. www. (Yahoo News -- Women's Health)
EIU entrepreneur camp wraps up with business proposals Jun 18, 2009
The second group proposed Tangible Technologies, a computer repair shop that would also be conveniently located next to campus. Besides computer repairs, the company would make house calls, offer to back up files on customers computers, and teach classes in social marketing, Adobe Photoshop and HTML.. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Edmond Lo; soldier known for dependable nature; at 23 Jun 17, 2009
The family runs a computer repair service in Salem. Sergeant Lo was assigned to the 797th Ordnance Company, 79th Ordnance Battalion, based in Fort Hood, Texas. (Boston Globe)
'Working until I drop': Economy hits Boomers' retirement hopes Jun 17, 2009
Randal Walker, 50, was laid off from his job as a national sales and operations manager at a computer repair company in April 2008. His wife, Christina, lost her job 45 days later. (USA Today -- Money)
NH soldier killed disarming bomb in Iraq Jun 17, 2009
Concord Monitor Online - AP Headlines. The news you need now. (Concord Monitor)
They also serve who have no diplomas Jun 16, 2009
The day Chinese understand that a person is not only a brain, and that a brain is not only a bag filled with knowledge gathered from books, it will open more courses for youth to learn the skills needed in leather, shoe and garments industries, or for hydraulics and refrigeration, car or computer repair, therapy and massage, bakery and cuisine, farming and veterinary medicine, singing and acting. I know a self-made receptionist. (Xinhuanet, China)
ParetoLogic, Specialists in Security Software, Launch Zheng™, a Free File Upload and Scan Service Jun 4, 2009
In 2004 four brothers recognized that modern computer users need not rely on computer repair technicians to maintain their own PCs. Knowing that sophisticated technology married with a truly user-friendly interface would empower people to secure and optimize their own computers, the brothers researched the marketplace to define and develop the software products that would most benefit today's computer user. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
ParetoLogic Dual Finalists at 2009 VIATeC Awards May 25, 2009
About ParetoLogic: In 2004 four brothers recognized that modern computer users need not rely on computer repair technicians to maintain their own PCs ... computer repair technicians. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Evitt gets Outstanding Vocational Student of the Year as SHS awards handed out May 19, 2009
Students receiving the Vocational Director s Award as the highest ranking student in each vocational program were in Auto Body-Theodoro DeMorais, Auto Technology-Lucas Calixto, Carpentry-Eric O Brien, Child Development-Michelle Hagerty, Computer Repair-Taylor Gallagher, Cosmetology-Jesseline Espinal, Culinary Arts- Elizabeth Agneta, Drafting- Matthew O Donnell, Electrical-Bryan Camara, Graphic Communications-Jonathan Moreira, Health Careers-Sally Almeida, Machine Technology-Matthew Kavanaugh,... (Somerville Journal, MA)
Mayor: DSS, transitional housing go together May 16, 2009
A computer repair company; a culinary institute, where the chefs cook meals for the Albany school district. Several hotels in the Capital Region have upper level management who went through Father Young s program. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Some PC fixes don't require special skills May 16, 2009
There s no shame in using what may be the world s most effective computer repair tool the credit card. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Recovering data from a corrupt hard drive May 14, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Advertiser-supported feature. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
ESCONDIDO: Kiwanis Club renovates home of disabled veteran May 10, 2009
In recognition of the sergeant's sacrifices, a small army of Kiwanis Club volunteers led by member Dave Geary, owner of Dave's Computer Repair in Escondido, banded together and within four months have completed an entire renovation of Kahlor's home. After surveying the condition of Kahlor's home, Geary called upon some his clients, friends from church and fellow Kiwanians to assist. (North County Times)
Shooting suspect heading to court May 8, 2009
Cobb said a cooperative career program would allow students interested in careers like plumbing, mechanics or computer repair to further their education without the difficulties that can come with a four-year institution. State speeds up swine flu testing. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
North Shore Business Forum to meet in Danvers May 7, 2009
Kate Ritter, of Gloucester-based PC9LIVES, a computer repair company, will be the guest speaker at the North Shore Business Forum on Friday, May 15, at 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at the Danversport Yacht Club (Route 62 East). Her subject will be How To Protect Your Computer. (Danvers Herald, MA)
The duct-tape economy Apr 28, 2009
At Best Buy, the tech repair coterie better known as the Geek Squad has seen double-digit increases in computer repair service calls nationwide in the past six months, according to Best Buy spokeswoman Paula Baldwin. The electronics chain even created an online "Fix or Replace Calculator" to help consumers determine whether it's worth salvaging their goods. (Boston Globe)
Student team handles tech support Apr 18, 2009
Nope, it's the school's own students who handle computer repair and maintenance issues as part of their last-period class. Teacher Bob Frazier started the project six years ago, handpicking techs from a pool of students who have completed the basic training and shown an interest in the field. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Returned missionaries given brighter future Apr 14, 2009
Gibson said many of the graduates have successfully started small businesses such as drug stores, bakeries, Internet cafes, computer repair shops and real estate companies. Spencer Wilcox, a junior majoring in economics, has collected information from the Academy for Creating Enterprises and has compiled the information into a series of charts highlighting his findings. (The Daily Universe, UT)
SmileyFacePC.com Makes 24x7 Remote Computer Support an Affordable Reality Apr 10, 2009
Home and home office users now have an affordable option for instant, on-demand, 24x7 computer repair and support -- all with no contract, and all from the comfort of their own homes ... SmileyFacePC.com allows home and home office users to get computer repair and support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, without leaving their chair or having a stranger visit their house. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
For Businesses to Grow in a Fledgling Economy, Turn to Technology and Telecommuting, Says E-Geniuses Apr 9, 2009
Leading L.A.-based computer repair service company E-Geniuses illustrates how businesses can utilize technology and telecommuting to not only survive the economic crisis but to grow in a down market. (PRWEB) April 9, 2009 -- In today's economic climate, achieving sustainable growth has become increasingly more difficult for business owners. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Watertown Crime Watch: Watertown Street man disturbs peace, resists arrest Apr 8, 2009
A customer allegedly assaulted a member of the store s Geek Squad, a group of computer repair technicians. The customer got into an argument with the Geek Squad employee over a warranty. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
New NYC 'Homicide' Stems From Shooting 49 Years Ago Apr 3, 2009
George Lemus is now 64 and runs a computer repair business. His brother, Robert, died a decade ago. (Newsmax)
SuperGeeks adds three new locations Apr 2, 2009
a Hawaii computer repair chain, is opening three new locations Thursday ... SuperGeeks now has a total of seven computer repair shops in Kahului, Hilo, Kaneohe, Moiliili, Punchbowl, Kapolei and Pearlridge. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Virus finds its way to Hawaii computers Apr 2, 2009
Any thoughts that the Conficker computer virus might not find its way to Hawai'i are wrong, with a few computer repair firms reporting yesterday they'd found it on several machines here. "We have found the Conficker virus on several machines that have come through our doors," said Todd Kingman, general manager of SuperGeeks, a computer network, repair and security management firm. (Honolulu Advertiser)
READ: Best Buy's press release Mar 27, 2009
A low double-digit comparable store sales gain in the computer repair business combined with a low single-digit gain in warranty sales drove the increase. Warranty average selling prices increased in the fiscal fourth quarter versus the prior year period due to the recent introduction of Best Buy's Geek Squad Black Tie Protection offer, a premium warranty business that provides customers with more choice and value. (USA Today -- Money)
Tech firm breaking into a crowded field Mar 24, 2009
Almost immediately John taught himself the intricacies of networking multiple computers, building servers and helping friends with computer repair. As a sophomore, he was hired by his school, Hartford Union High, to assist in the school s IT maintenance. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Valley businesses make big shifts to survive Mar 15, 2009
And for a computer repair company, it means going after a completely different customer ... Jose Palacios-Carrion and his wife, Maria, ran the computer repair, maintenance and consulting business for five years out of their northwest Fresno home, at one point handling repairs for all area 7-Eleven stores, McDonald's and Taco Bell restaurants. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
CBS Will 'Get That' for April Fool's Day Mar 10, 2009
Ms. Simpson, for example, is seen at a computer repair store. Other famous faces involved in the special include Jeff Probst, LeAnn Rimes and Mario Lopez. (TVweek.com)
Students computer skills put to test Mar 7, 2009
After participating in the Computer Repair event, 17-year-old Douglas High School student Jairo Cordova said he is considering a career in computer maintenance and repair. The event focused on common problems people have in operating a computer, like basic troubleshooting, unplugged cables, stuff like that, Cordova said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Computer repair shop offers pickup and delivery service (3) Mar 7, 2009
Former ValNet and Peak Internet computer repair technician Paul Aziz recently opened Paul s Computer Service in Lebanon ... Computer repair shop offers pickup and delivery service ... Although some might have been demoralized by such a downturn in their economic fortunes, Aziz saw it as an opportunity to start his own computer repair business, Paul's Computer Services. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Jardine: Program cuts and awards disturb Mar 5, 2009
They'll learn skills such as computer repair, something they can master quickly, he said. The incentive for the teens. (Modesto Bee, CA)
County awarded $18M for youth detention camp Mar 3, 2009
Powers said he hopes to start a tech program to teach computer repair skills. In the future, he said, he'd like to see local companies offer mentoring and training opportunities. (Modesto Bee, CA)
EASEUS Data Recovery Software Helps to Restore Precious Memories Feb 28, 2009
"I called our computer repair shop, and they told me they were very sorry, but there was absolutely no way to recover these files. I placed my last hope on the internet and found data recovery software - 'EASEUS Data Recovery Wizard.' To catch the last straw, I purchased the professional version at $80. To my surprise, the program recovered all of my photos; nine years worth of photos. You cannot imagine how valuable they are to me. Since I recovered all my photos, I have saved everything to... (PR Newswire)
New business caters to home-based workers Feb 20, 2009
The stores has computer repair services and banner printing. "We didn't want to be another pack-and-ship store, so we introduced private office space," Johnson said. (AZCentral -- Business)
SV schools chief: Brace for cuts Feb 8, 2009
Get a clue wrote on Jan 29, 2009 10:17 AM:" To Tech Savvy: You have no clue what is involved in being a Tech person in a small district. You better be a network administrator, email administrator, student management system resource, help desk, computer repair person, network troubleshooter, know how to terminate cable, work with vendors to design systems, know the specs for future purchases, work with all kinds of software, design webpages, keep up with necessary federal and state reporting, and... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
