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Obviously, you need an e-mail contact to enable your clients and customers to
reach you.
Computer Care And Maintenance
Computer repair can add to your I.T. costs tremendously. Fortunately, 95% of all
computer problems are software-related, and here again, a small amount of
prevention now will spare you having to shell out for a lot of cure later.
The cardinal rule of computer care – as well as any peripherals you may have – is
this:
“Don’t just plug it into the wall!”
The circuits, wiring and other electronic components are extremely delicate and can
be affected by power spikes, surges, brownouts, and more. At the very least, you
need to plug everything into a surge strip. A good surge strip will cut off power
when surges and spikes are detected, protecting the delicate internal components
from being “fried.”
For around $50, you can get a device that combines the function of a surge
suppressor with a battery that will supply a limited amount of emergency power to
your computer long enough for you to back up any data and shut it down properly.
If you live in an area that is prone to brownouts and blackouts, you may want to
consider this solution.
