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I studied electronics in a vocational high school, I’m going to study computer repair for 8 months in an institute and then I’m going to university to study business administration…so could I start my own computer repair business when I’m done studying? would I be making good money? and what are the things I should do to start the business once I’m done studying

No, absolutely not.

In 1995 I could charge $200 an hour to repair a PC, because a mid-range PC cost around $2500 dollars. Today, when you can buy a mid-range desktop for $300 from Walmart, you just can’t justify $200 an hour. No one is going to pay you more to fix the computer than what they spent on it.

Also, back in the mid 90’s if you had a degree in computing, you could write your own ticket. Then, everyone decided that computers was where the money was and every man and his dog enrolled in computer courses.

So you pay $50,000 or more for four years of college, then enter a field where there are literally hundreds of applicants for every available job.

Basically, get into the computer repair business only if you feel like working your ass off and making about the same as a McDonald’s line cook.

i have 2 computers and one is connected through a hub , that hub then goes into this lynksus router. then that router is connected to my fios router all the way upstairs.now my second computer is connected into the lyncus routers and the linksus is connected into the hub .. why do i alaways have to repair my internet.

You haven’t given us enough information to answer you. If it’s only 1 computer, which one, the one going through the hub or the one not going through the hub? Where is the X-Box connected? Do you have to repair its connection too? What operating system on the computer that has the problem? Do you have the wireless part of the Linksys turned on? (Why are you using 2 routers? You should be running a switch from the FiOS router, not a router. [You can change the router into a switch.])

Im wondering how I can become a computer repair technician, like what classes or degree plan do I need to take to become one.

It will be best to contact your local college to see what courses you need to take to become a computer technician.

For example there are many community (2 year) colleges that offer Associate’s Degrees for Computer Technician…here is the syllabus at the Montgomery College, Maryland:
http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/curricula/descriptions/cdnetworkwireless.htm

Here is a listing of community colleges in the US:
http://www.utexas.edu/world/comcol/state/

Here are some resources you might find helpful for preparing yourself for a career as a Computer Technician…

If you want to learn more about computers then you should go to a great educational website like Teach ICT because they have a whole bunch of FREE information about computers and also they have video tutorials on how to use applications like Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Flash animation, and etc.:
http://www.teach-ict.com/gcse/gcse_topics.html
http://www.teach-ict.com/technology_explained/whatis_home.html

Professormesser.com has many good video tutorials for PC Repair and Computer Networking:
http://www.professormesser.com/2008/03/15/professor-messers-free-comptia-a-certification-training-course/

Various Computer Networking tutorials:
http://www.networktutorials.info/tutorials.html

You can also use a search engine like Google.com to find more tutorials for PC Repair and etc.

Top-Windows-Tutorials is a good website for learning about Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7; how to protect your computer with antivirus and firewall programs; backing up your files and data, and etc.
http://www.top-windows-tutorials.com/Backup-tutorial.html

An online store like Amazon.com has many books, DVDs, and etc. for repairing, maintaining, troubleshooting computers and networks…

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=A%2B+

You should check out your local library to see if they already have these books and other stuff.

YouTube also has many tutorials for fixing and maintaining computers, setting up and maintaining computer networks, Windows XP, and almost anything else you want to learn:

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Computer+how+to&search_type=&aq=f

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Computer+Troubleshoot&search_type=&aq=f

Good luck and I hope you will find this to be useful!

i’m doing same thing you tell me plezzzzzzzzz

Okay. You read all about the various antispyware, antimalware, and antivirus downloads and one can only wonder if we still need a pro? I know that repair people are going to get me for this dumb question. But please humor me. I would like to know how many of you believe that the downloads are just as good, almost as good or just a bandaid when it comes to repairing an infected pc.

Microsoft How To Get Rid Of Malware Instructions
http://social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/vistasecurity/thread/ba80504b-61f1-4d71-960f-b561798b7b42

Microsoft Security Essentials-
http://www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/default.aspx

More information from Microsoft Security-
http://www.microsoft.com/security/default.aspx

Malwarebytes from- http://www.malwarebytes.org/
instructions on use- http://www.udel.edu/topics/spyware/malwarebytes.html
video on use of- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvbkBonKOQU

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video uses of- http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=instructions+on+use+of+superantispyware&search_type=&aq=f
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What is the job outlook on this field (computer repair technician)? I may not be able to go to college for more than an associates degree. I’m not sure. I’ll definitely be going to the community college in my town for an associates degree, but, until further notice, I most likely won’t be able to go for a bachelor’s degree until later on (assuming that I even want to do this…I’m not sure).

Anyway, I’m hearing so many different things regarding the associates degree / the career I’m looking at. Many say the associate’s degree is pointless and will do nothing for me. Others say it’s good. Many people say that a computer repair technician doesn’t make that much money. I actually saw someone that said "from my experience, you stay just above the poverty level." I’ve also heard that computer repair technicians can live comfortably on anywhere from 30, 40, or 50K a year.

Would an Associate In Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Computer Information Technology get me anywhere? Would this be a plus towards that career, or should I think about something else? I really want to do something computer-related, but I’m horrible with math. Being a computer programmer is out of the question (hence being horrible at math). Alright, I’ll stop rambling now…hopefully I can get some helpful answers.

In my experience, a repair tech doesn’t make that much money. However, if you get your associates and get on somewhere at entry-level (repair-tech would likely be an entry level position), who knows how far you might advance? As far as an associates degree - that’s better than no degree right? It’ll definitely help get your foot in the door somewhere, especially compared to someone with no experience.

Also, I know *many* computer programmers that are horrible at math. All you have to do is pass your math courses with a "C". Programming doesn’t involve a whole lot of math, just good, structured code.

Please help me!!!!!!!…..I know nothing about programming the software…a complete guidance is required. I am even ready to learn programming.
I am having data on the excel spreadsheet , but excel is not solving my problem.

Maybe an existing templates from Microsoft Access, or FIlemaker will help?

Writing software will be difficult. You can also look for free inventory management software.

Hi,

I’m currently studying in Japan for a year, and a couple days ago my laptop (Gateway, bought in the US) crashed and got problems ever since. My Japanese roomate took me to a few electronic shops and they won’t accept to repair or even take a look at my laptop because it’s bought in the US. I’ve also called the Gateway service center in Japan and they said they won’t accept it either. Can anyone please help me look for or tell me where I can find a computer repair shop that can repair my laptop? I live in Tokyo Japan. Thank you!

Unless it’s under warranty, you might be wasting your time.Few places
will even deal with trying to fix a lap top.The reason for this is almost everything ( sound card, ect ) is a part of the mother board.You can’t remove sections that go bad. So it’s cheaper just to buy a new lap top.

do i need a lincese to repair computers in new york city?does anyone knows if i need a lisence to repair computers in new york city

If you were to open a business of repairing computers, you would of course need the required licenses and tax permits to operate a standard business, but other than that, that’s about it !

I am looking for a computer repair shop to fix my pc but i would like to get a few reviews on shops. Any shop within phoenix, AZ is good. Thanks in advance!!!!!

Don’t know about Phoenix, but RComps is the best, most reliable repair service in Houston Tx. Tell us the problem, we’ll tell you what we can do for you, and have it shipped back the same day.:D

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