10 Things You Can Do to Give Your Computer a "Makeover"

Think Twice About Spending Hard Earned Cash on a New Computer When a Simple "Makeover" May Be All You Need

• Press Release
• Source: BluePhone
• On 2:51 pm EST, Tuesday December 2, 2008

SAMMAMISH, WA--(MARKET WIRE)--Dec 2, 2008 -- 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.

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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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