SAMMAMISH, WA -- 12/02/08 --
You may want to think twice about spending
your hard earned cash on a new computer when a simple "makeover" may be all
you need.
This according to BluePhone (www.bluephone.com), the personal tech support
hotline and "At Home Help Desk" that helps consumers get maximum value out
of their tech gear by eliminating hassles, fears and runarounds when
resolving problems with computers, peripherals and digital devices.
Once you get beyond the allure of owning a new computer, could you have
spent that money on something else? Here are 10 things you can do to give
your computer a makeover instead of buying new:
1. Consult an Expert -- Why buy before it's time? For a fraction of the
cost of a new computer, tech support hotlines like BluePhone, iYogi and
Firedog are helping consumers get the maximum out of their tech gear, with
great advice including: how to restore your system and settings to 'like
new' status; setting up a wireless network; walking-through a new
accounting package; or how to organize photos into a digital scrapbook.
2. Computer tune-up -- Optimize system settings to restore your PC's
performance and speed to its near original state -- for example by scanning
registry and program files items can be removed that cause slow performance
and application errors.
3. Security -- Make sure you have the latest security software to
protect against unwanted spyware, adware, and malware that can slow system
performance and create security holes.
4. Upgrade existing software -- Popular software applications are
constantly being updated -- get current by downloading and installing the
latest versions.
5. Uninstall unused/unnecessary software -- Identify and delete software
you aren't using to avoid potential subscription costs and free up system
resources that may slow your computers performance.
6. Online backup -- Set up and transfer files to online backup services
that free up space on your hard disk drive allowing other applications to
run faster.
7. Hardware upgrades -- By simply increasing your system's RAM you can
significantly improve performance -- with little out-of-pocket expense.
8. Update current drivers for peripherals -- Out-of-date drivers may
cause peripherals to function incorrectly or not at all -- easily corrected
by downloading latest versions.
9. Upgrade and Enhance -- Use funds instead to upgrade or add-on, for
example: a wireless keyboard, digital camera, wide-screen monitor, or MP3
player.
10. Skip Vista -- wait for Windows 7 -- If you still decide to buy, wait
for a system that will ship with Windows 7 -- Microsoft is giving up on
Vista and Windows XP will no longer be supported. In the meantime, join a
personal support hotline so you can work with experts to keep your computer
fast-running, up-to-date, and working like new.
BluePhone Personal Tech Experts are extensively trained and certified to
resolve nearly any computer software problem, offer expert advice, and
troubleshoot and fix hardware issues. Calls can be ad hoc or scheduled, and
members can communicate with their Personal Tech Experts via email, chat
and phone -- any time of the day or night.
Services are delivered via desktop sharing technology to remotely access
the member's computer after receiving permission. If remote access is not
desired, a Personal Tech Expert will talk the member through the problem
and give simple, step-by-step instructions until a successful resolution is
achieved.
BluePhone membership includes unlimited assistance for all the computers in
a household (up to 3 PCs or Macs) for $199.95 per year or $24.95 per month.
One-time service calls are $89. BluePhone stands behind all of its services
with best-in-class money back guarantees.
About BluePhone
BluePhone was founded to "demystify technology" and help its members get
the most from their technology investments by eliminating the hassles,
fears and runarounds of resolving problems with computers and digital
devices. BluePhone Personal Tech Experts are certified solution engineers
who diagnose and fix problems that plague computer users today -- security
(spyware, antivirus, spam, firewall), configuration (software, hardware,
peripheral devices), and performance (slow speed, crashing, and tune-ups).
Members get assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by phone, email,
chat or remote computer access. For additional information, visit
www.BluePhone.com or call 866-727-BLUE (866-727-2583).
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