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Amiga computer related discussion => Amiga Hardware Issues and discussion => Topic started by: kd7ota on May 01, 2004, 03:02:14 PM
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Hello,
I have a research paper that is due on Monday, May 3rd 2004. I need to interview someone who does computer technician work like building computers and troubleshooting them. If someone in here with a A+ Certification is preferable, but if not, then its ok. I just need someone experienced to answer these questions I have provided. Your help will be greatly be appreciated.
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What is your name and how did you get an interest in computers?
Is repairing computers a fun or frustrating thing to do?
What is the pay for repairing computers?
Is providing customers with information hard to do with you knowing alot about computers?
Was your decision in chosing to repair computers a good one?
If you could chose another career besides repairing
computers, what would it be?
Is there any advice you would like to let other people who want to become computer technicians that you can give?
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Thanks,
Radolfo Fernandez
P.S.This might be under the wrong catagory, but its hardware related, so I thought it might be appropriate here. :-D
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I might be able to help.
Although my main trade is radio communications/electronic engineering, I do part time work on computers, usually Amigas, and down to component level.
I also design and build dedicated 8 bit computer systems for specific jobs.
If interested, send me an email directly.
Anthony.
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And there was me thinking no-one would want to blow their own trumpet :-D
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Well, its not always possible to find an obliging young lady.
/hides
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I might be able to help, I am a computer Tech.
It is my daily job,that and web design etc.
You can check out my web site here..(he he shameless plug)
Onsite PC Upgrades (http://www.onsite-pc-upgrades.com) :-D :-)
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Cyberus, please keep barrel-scraping humour for the coffee house forums :-)
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Here are the answers to your posted questions, if that’s any help.
What is your name and how did you get an interest in computers?
My name is Loran Williams, I became interested in computers when a neighbor of mine, and inventor bought a TRS 80 model 4 in the early 80's I started programming games on it in basic, it was a blast.
Is repairing computers a fun or frustrating thing to do?
What is the pay for repairing computers?
Repair computers is fun, there are times it can be frustrating, but solving the tricky problem is where the satisfaction is. It’s kind of like playing your favorite Amiga game.
There is a wide scale of pay, anywhere from $10 to $120 an hour depending on certifications, and if you are self employed.
Is providing customers with information hard to do with you knowing alot about computers?
Not at all, I just provide info in a manner the customer will understand, if he is a car mechanic, I will compare the internet to a highway, reformatting and reinstalling the os is like a tune up or changing the oil etc.
Was your decision in choosing to repair computers a good one?
Absolutely, I’m getting paid for what I love to do.
If you could chose another career besides repairing
computers, what would it be?
Building computers, lol
Probably interior design or maybe that car mechanic, I love creating, design, and problem solving.
Is there any advice you would like to let other people who want to become computer technicians that you can give?
Read ,read, read.!!!
I find reading on my own rather than taking a class more effective on retaining knowledge. The PC Novice series of magazines has a wealth of up to date information.
Also write everything down. If you stumble on something that works well, make a note of it.
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What is your name & how did you get an interest in computers?
Rick,A+ certified from 1998 to present, As soon as I saw Matthew Broderick and the WOPR,(War Games) I was about 10yrs old and was immediatley hooked.
Is repairing computers a fun or frustrating thing to do?
Used to be fun, then it became frustrating. I think I've burned out on it, especiialy the "population demographic" here = totally computer illiterate. (hate to say it but its true) I prefer linux boxen nowadays just to avoid burnout.
What is the pay for repairing computers?
From $10 to $120 per hour depending on the specifics, but try billing someone $200 plus for a detailed job when they know a new machine can be had for $200-$300.
Is providing customers with information hard to do with you knowing alot about computers?
No and yes. Providing information is easy, but customer comprehension of said info can vary greatly. (here at least)
Was your decision in chosing to repair computers a good one?
I'd say the jury is "still out" regarding that question. It did provide some personal-networking opportunities.
If you could chose another career besides repairing computers, what would it be?
Reapairing computers never actually mounted to a full "career" per se. Wouldn't mind being artst/writer/director , but it requires talent I may not possess.
Is there any advice you would like to let other people who want to become computer technicians that you can give?
To make the job truly pay off, I'd have to say get in with a major PC vendor or IT megafirm of some sort, IBM,DELL, et al
Get on their IT administration staff. Much wiser route imho.