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18th Jan 2009, 14:27
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Hi i was thinking of starting repairing computers for people other than friends, i was wondering where i can get hold of software to help me out
 .I know there are programs ect that the shops use but i dont know how to get hold of them. Thanks |
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18th Jan 2009, 15:27
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Can you elaborate on the type of software's your looking for?, help us help you
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19th Jan 2009, 09:00
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I typed "Computer diagnostic programs" in Google and found a plethora of programs for sale. How to tell which ones are good and which ones are rip offs, I can't tell you. I would suggest doing the same search, checking out the options and then checking with some repair shops to see what they say.
Here is an example: http://www.pc-doctor.com NOTE: This is an EXAMPLE of what you can find on line, not a recommendation or endorsement. I know absolutely NOTHING about this product, it was merely one of the first ones to pop up on google that wasn't an overtly paid for listing. |
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19th Jan 2009, 09:08
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Never used any specific diagnostic software in running my company or working for any others.
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You just don't need it nor are they any good. Just learn how to fix computers... For example if the computer is slow and has a lot of browser pop-ups, clean it up with a virus and spyware scan. If it powers on but nothing displays on screen change the PSU. This is basic PC repair and no software can do it for you. You will need to put in the effort and learn how to do the work. My System: Hybr!d
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19th Jan 2009, 09:26
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What type of repairs have you done for your family and friends in the past?
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19th Jan 2009, 11:24
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Yeah, I agree with what Dave said. The only answer is knowledge.... and once you know everything you are sorted
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19th Jan 2009, 12:24
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Thanks for your help, ive learnt alot by reading on this site, i just didnt know if there was disc thats the experts used.
I have built a few computers now getting the hang of it with help from forums like this. Thanks for your answers and once you know everything i be sorted lol
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19th Jan 2009, 12:42
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The only progs I would suggest are the diagnostics provided by hard disk manufacturers. They can be very useful and prevent you mistakenly throwing out an otherwise working HDD.
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19th Jan 2009, 13:38
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All that's been said is good stuff.. just one question on whether you actually have the knowledge as Alex said to do this, or whether you are merely asking us for free knowledge then applying it and getting paid? :S
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19th Jan 2009, 15:21
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No iam not getting paid just a hobby like to find out how it works ive only started messing with computers a few years never used them at school, i think there where only a couple around back then and i wasnt the brightest of kids so wouldnt have been allowed near them anyhow.
I would like to do something with computers for a living but iam along way off of that and coputer courses ect down this way are very hard to find would have to travel a fair way, iam just learning from other peoples problems on here which i find intresting, and you never know i might be able to answer one one day  anyhow thanks for your coments its nice to know people like yourselfs are willing to help thanks all
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