I was thinking about this for the past few days. What do you do when your computer isn't working right? Do you right off the bat drag to your local computer store and have them wipe it clean or fix it and end up paying them a good buck for it? I can't believe how many people don't have the confidence to try and fix it themselves.
For instance this week my wireless connection was acting really goofy and dropping the connection. I thought there was something from with my Linksys router. I thought my network was comprimised. I thought my network card was perhaps broken. I went into total panic mode and wasn't sure what I was going to do.
The first thing I did was make sure that I could get on the net the old way, wired. Once I did that I used good old google and searched for my problems. You can bet if you have a problem you aren't the only one in the universe. Sure enough I found my solution. I had to delete my current network settings, reset my router and set up a new secured network. No problems since then.
My computer is under warrenty right now but it it wasn't, I saved some money by staying calm and using the internet to solve my problems. Remember, back up on a regular basis and stay calm. I will blog some good free computer applications and how to use them over the next bit. You can protect your computer for free.
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There are a number of very inexpensive services that can handle routine computer/networking repairs over the telephone-at costs MUCH lower than a visit to the computer store or an in home visit by a techie.
Not only do you save $$, but time and no one has to enter your home.
Allen