Do you repair your own computer????
By rjvb26
@rjvb26 (2518)
Philippines
November 30, 2009 8:24am CST
Hi! Guys! I am here again asking questions and starting a discussion, that i think we all have in common.
If your computer crashed, are you the one that is repairing it? Or you call for a computer technician to repair it for you.
If you will ask me, my answer is yes! I am the one repairing my computer, i know that, my course is not related to computer but, in years of using a computer, i already learned how to deal with different problems of it. I learned how to deal with viruses, i learned how to deal with hardware issues, software problems, networking and i also know how to reformat. I also assemble computers, i do not know why i can do those stuffs, maybe because of the years of experience having computer, or maybe it is because i study a lot about computers online and i even buy books for it. Having the capability of repairing and creating a computer, makes me feel good and even made me not spend money for repairs. Imagine the money that we can save, if we know how to repair our own computers. I also even know what are the good brands of computers and what are the good to buy parts of the computers. How about you?
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69 responses
@borhan (1338)
• United States
30 Nov 09
I repair my pc by myself. It is mainly for shortening time and unnecessary billing. If i send it to repair centers, they take longer time and generally my daughter becomes restless for this.
Most important part is that there is nothing much critical in it.
Thank you.
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@mynameiscindere (582)
• India
30 Nov 09
Hi borhan,
Yes me too seen people going crazy if their PC had problem...!
I looks funny to me...
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
I agree with you, it will really take time if we will bring it to repair centers. Sometimes, people who are repairing pc makes it more worst so that, you will pay higher. I already experienced things like that, and i am not happy with it, that is why i told myself, i will study repairing my computers so that i will not be played by those people again. Anyway, not all of them are like that, there are still people who do their job honestly. Have a nice day.
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@mynameiscindere (582)
• India
30 Nov 09
Hi rjvb26,
Me too same as you only buddy,
My career too not related to computers, I'm related to mechanical,
But still I use to help all my friends in my hostel for their PC problems, Even my department staffs will call me to see the problems in the computers in my college.
It is all because of my interest on it.
But I wasted most of my time with PC's and wasted my studies...!
But now I think I should have studied something related to computers...!
@mynameiscindere (582)
• India
30 Nov 09
Yes, friend, I think the time I studied for other area as waste...!
But never feel for that, coz I enjoyed that period...!
Not I want to be a webmaster..!
So I'm quiet happy with what I have got..!
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
O i see, you are much interested on computers not in your real field. But why did you now chose computer related courses? Anyway, you are right, you can still study, you still have time for it. I am sure you will become a good computer tech in the future. Do not think of, you wasted your time on that field, at least you gain knowledge on it. You are good, so do what you think is right and what is good for you. Have a nice day!
@aerous (13434)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
You know that because you have the interest to know about it, my friend. Because as you say. You read books about computer, deal with people have knowledge about computer and more that you really interested...
Well, for me I repair my own computer. Because an electronic technician, computer is one of the basic subjects that I learn. And just like you I have also an interest to make that hobbies. Then experience teach me well...
@aerous (13434)
• Philippines
2 Dec 09
Yes, I'm graduated in technical school taking the electronic technician but most of the repair I have done is computer. I am lazy to repair tv set because of the obsolete electronic parts and no electronic component being find to replace defective capacitor,diode,ic,transistors and others...
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
You are right about that, it is because of the interest that i have on computers, and like you experience and study on it thought me well. Wow, you are a electronic technician, i know that is a heard job. I did not know that the computer is one of your basic subjects. At least it helps you understand more about computers. Experience + studies = excellence and mastery. Have a nice day.
@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
30 Nov 09
Hi rjvb26,
So glad you know about fixing Computers as we have another one and it is totally round the bend.
We are going to fix it but not with the same one as the last.
Where I lived before a very intelligent Girl would come to fix up our mess on the Computer and it was from her I learned so much. She is just so easy to learn from.
Anyhow I´m glad you have the knowhow that´s what it takes to like Computers having a passion for them so to speak.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
O wow that girl is really intelligent. It is good that you have her on your side, because of her, you gained new knowledge that can help you through the rest of tour life. Computers are much of a necessity at present. People are now every dependent on computers. We can also do so many things on our computer and i think computer rocks and so we need to take care of them and repair them when needed.
@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
30 Nov 09
Hiya rjvb,
Yes she´s called Miriam and she should be giving Classes about what she knows.
I´ve learned a lot since then bits and pieces and even my Sons ask me for help lol. Would you believe it?
But again I only know a bit here a bit there all through trial and error mainly.
I once went to a page to get rid of the wanminiport that kept bothering me all the time and there was no way I could get rid of it I followed a lot of instructions and nothing the thing was still there until I messed around with something to do with the Router and it went poof vanished I can tell you it made my life misery that wanminiport but I made it vanish for good.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
O that is good, you repaired a problem on networking, that means you know may things about computers. Networking is a complicated thing in computers for people who doesn't know much about it. It is much harder than fixing a simple software trouble or having a virus on the computer. Sometimes ti will make the problems much worse if it will be experimented by people who doesn't even know how to install a simple software. I admire you for that. Cheers!
@msfrancisco9369 (10002)
• Boston, Massachusetts
30 Nov 09
Hi RJ,
My knowledge in fixing computer is very limited--I don't know how to work on complicated things in the computer. My husband used to do the trouble-shooting. Now if there problem is beyond his capacity to fix-- we call a computer service man.
@msfrancisco9369 (10002)
• Boston, Massachusetts
30 Nov 09
at least there's one in your house who is capable of doing it. thanks for the affirmation. i really want to know how to do trouble shooting and repair at the same time--in time i know i will learn these things!
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
At least you know the basic. It is really good cause if the problem is not that big, you can repair the computer by yourself and you will not spend even a penny for repairs. And if the problems are really big, at least you know already what are the first measure and then call for a professional help. That is good that you and your husband know how to fix a computer. I admire you for that, her in our house, i am the only one who knows how to fix computer problems.
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
O yes you are right about that, at least there is someone in our house to know how to fix things. Anyway, you can ask me for some guidance when you have problems in your computer. I always welcome people who seeks help. I will do anything just to make others happy. It makes me feel good, knowing that other people becomes happy because of my help. Have a nice day.
@soledadclickz (1106)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
Wow. How I wish I could do that as well. All these years of using computers, I never learned how to fix its problems. I'm used to dialing the telephone and ask the technician to fix the problems for me.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
O well it is ok, your the boss! Hehehehe.... I am sure you are a busy person that is why you do not know how to fix your own pc. You are much of a busy person and your time is gold, and i think calling for professionals are a better option. Anyway, by doing that, you already helped a person who is in much need of money. Oh by the way, so how's the business that you are planning to put up? I wish you success and do not forget to ask me if you have little problems.
@soledadclickz (1106)
• Philippines
2 Dec 09
Personally, I want to learn how to fix minor computer problems. Hmm, maybe in due time.
Regarding our business, I think it's progressing as planned. We have just received the birth certificate from SEC. Haha, after almost a month of waiting they have finally issued the registration certificate. We are now completing the registration requirements with other governmental bodies. Many thanks for wishing us success.
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@jennybianca (12912)
• Australia
1 Dec 09
I wish I had your computer skills. I know quite a bit. I can usually get rid of viruses and trojans. I can set up outlook express with multiple addresses and configure emails to go to different folders. I can partially set up a computer.
I cant reformat though, I have always been too nervous to try that, thinking I will mess things up.
Computer technicians cost quite a lot, so I avoid them if I can and try to learn to do things myself.
@jennybianca (12912)
• Australia
1 Dec 09
I was a primary school teacher for 22 years, but am retired now.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
Hi jenny, do not be afraid of trying new things cause it will make you gain new knowledge on things that you did not even imagine you can have. It is ok, and i think trying your best is a good start. Be courageous enough to start new things so you will succeed.
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Hi! my friend! What school are you working right now? Lol your lucky to have those people around you, i am sure they do not charge you for that, anyway what is your job?
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@dorisday1971 (5657)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
How I wish I could repair my computer so I won't be spending much for repair costs. The cost of computer is so high that sometimes we think of buying a new computer instead just to avoid the repair costs.
It is an an advantage on some who knows how to repair computers because they don't have to go to the repair shop and pay.2 people like this
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
You are right about that; sometimes, the price of the repair is almost the same when buying new ones specially if the problems will be hardware. You are right that it is best if a computer owner knows how to repair his own pc, cause it will save the owner a lot of money and time. You can also do it, and i believe you can, just study more about computers so that you can save money too.
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@danitykane (3183)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
That's wonderful rj! Awesome! Good for you, at least you don't need to spend lots of many for pc repair and installing some pc device is so easy to you. Because with me, I can't do it by myself, I always consult a friend who is an IT to check my pc when there is something wrong about it.
Good for you, at least you don't need to spend lots of many for pc repair and installing some pc device is so easy to you. Because with me, I can't do it by myself, I always consult a friend who is an IT to check my pc when there is something wrong about it. 2 people like this
@danitykane (3183)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
oopppss I meant need to spend lots of money..haha! 
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
Why don't you ask your friends to teach you how to handle small computer problems. So that, you can repair them yourself or let's just say, you know the first aid. It is really good if you will know things like that, cause not always our friends are on our side. Anyway computer repairs are easy, just learn to read from the internet and it will all go well.
@monkeylong (3139)
• Guangzhou, China
1 Dec 09
As far as I am concerned, I have not repaired my computer yet.Because my computer is a laptop. I like my computer which I think it is my best thing I have.My computer always works so well . It just like that my computer listens to me very well.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
O i see, well then your computers know how to follow their masters. Anyway, it is hard to repair laptops and even mess with those, that is why i think, it is really better if you will ask other people to repair that kind of computer, but if you have the guts to open a laptop, then it is good. I can repair laptops, but most of the repairs that i do is about programs and software only, i also repair hardware but with a manual on my side.
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@free_man (7330)
• United States
30 Nov 09
Hello Rjvb. When I brought my first computer I didn't even know how to turn it on. I had to call gateway to find out how to turn it on....LOL. But that was many years ago. I found out then that it would be best if I learned all I could so I could fix it myself. I have replaced the mother board,hard drives, CPU fans and much more since then. I don't trust anyone to work on my computer. Now if I can't figure out what the problem is I will call a computer expert I know and ask him questions. Usually he can tell me what to do to fix the computer myself.
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@free_man (7330)
• United States
1 Dec 09
My ex wanted someone to work on my computer once and I asked this person something that I knew how to do already and he said it couldn't be done. That was the last straw for me. I don't like anyone touching my computer I know how to do what needs to be done and if I don't I do have the internet to teach me.
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
That is a nice story, of how you learn things on your own, experience really can teach us many things. You are good knowing you already know how to fix all of those. You are right about that, not to trust anyone other people to repair your computer cause just like what i always said, they are taking advantage of the situation. I already encountered lots of people like that, that is why i study and learn to fix things on my own. It not only lessen expenses on repairs but it also gives me knowledge.
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@yan_blue8 (1437)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
Hi rj!
You are right! We can save money if we repair computer by ourselves. Unfortunately, I can't do that though I am trying. I think I just don't have the passion to learn it anyway. lol
My sister learned to repair her laptop. Before, she is just calling her husband how to do it. Her pc is always having issue so this means she is calling her husband most of the time. Haha. She probably is getting used to the hardware and pieces and everything about it. So she had the capability to repair it now on her own.
She is not living with me anymore. She lives abroad. So if something happened to my computer, I would go to a cafe shop nearby and have it repair instead of calling her
My sister learned to repair her laptop. Before, she is just calling her husband how to do it. Her pc is always having issue so this means she is calling her husband most of the time. Haha. She probably is getting used to the hardware and pieces and everything about it. So she had the capability to repair it now on her own.
She is not living with me anymore. She lives abroad. So if something happened to my computer, I would go to a cafe shop nearby and have it repair instead of calling her2 people like this
@yan_blue8 (1437)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
You're right!
You never knew what they can get out of my laptop!
Its a good thing that I have be-friend with the one who's fixing my laptop if something happened to it.
He was good, if it is a "fast-fix" he didn't bother to let me pay.
That's sometimes funny. Cause if I only can do that, I can have it done myself
You never knew what they can get out of my laptop!
Its a good thing that I have be-friend with the one who's fixing my laptop if something happened to it.
He was good, if it is a "fast-fix" he didn't bother to let me pay.
That's sometimes funny. Cause if I only can do that, I can have it done myself@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
O i see, your sister must be really good on repairing computers, as you can see laptops are a little bit much complicated than desktop pc. Anyway, just like you said you do not have a passion for it, so i think it is really better to ask other people to repair it for you. But be sure to look for people that can be trusted, not the people who will take advantage of the situation.
@kaarthick (59)
• India
1 Dec 09
yeah my friend i take care of all the problems in my pc. it all comes only with experience my friend.well i don't know much about networking so iam trying to know about it.but all the hardware issues will be taken care of me and i helped many of my friends with their problems in their computer.
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@badman006 (224)
• India
30 Nov 09
Yes i also repair my computer by myself.I have learn how to repair a computer after destroying the two.Now i am able to repair all most all software related problems and some of the hardware failure problems too.
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
Lol you destroyed what?! 2 computers?!
LOL, that was funny, i haven't destroyed any computers yet, anyway it is ok cause it give you knowledge on how to repair and assemble computers on your own and i think it is good. Look at you know, you can already repair almost all software problems and some hardware glitches. That is good! Cheers for the two computers destroyed! O yeah... Cheers!
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@badman006 (224)
• India
1 Dec 09
yeah i was just 13 at that time.that's why.My motherboard got serious problems and after that i changed my PC
@derek_a (10873)
•
1 Dec 09
Yes, I nearly always repair my own computer. I have changed hard-drives a few times when they broke. It was a lot easier than I thought. I then bought a book on how to build and repairs computers and I have taken mine to pieces a few times and upgraded it myself. It can save quite a lot of money.. - Derek
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
You are right about that, and i am the same as you, i even come to the point where i bought a book, just to learn on how to repair computers and learn many things about computers. I think right now, the only thing that i am still a beginner is the computer programming, i am planning to buy a book for it. And hope to learn immediately about programming such as c++, java, MySQL, asp.net, oracle and lots more.
@youless (112586)
• Guangzhou, China
1 Dec 09
Good for you. Except for the hardware problems, I can fix my computer by myself. I am familiar to format and then install the operating system and other software. I have used computer for a long time. So I have learned it step by step.
I love China
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
Oh that is good to know, I can fix both software and hardware problems. I am also a computer user since i was on elementary, and now i am already a professional, i am still using a computer, and find computers much more useful nowadays. We can do so many things on a computer that is why we also need to take care of it. We need to maintain it so that, whatever we do to it, and how much we abuse it, we can still repair it. Have a nice day! I love Philippines!
@lindiebiz (1006)
• Canada
1 Dec 09
I really wish I could repair computers, I have interest in IT and would love to develop my self in that field. I would try learning online. It is really good to learn stuff like this.
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
You are right about that, it is really good to learn things about computers and i am sure you will be better at this field, cause you are interested on it. Keep it up and all i can say is that, if you exert more effort onto it, you will surely have the knowledge back. Have a nice day.
@jankhan07 (27)
• Pakistan
1 Dec 09
Small faults which i can repair and know about how to repair i try to repair by myself. For big faults i don't know about I will contact an expert but luckily i haven't experiecned any big fault yet which is out of my knowledge.....
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
At least you know the basics. It is really good cause heavy computer problems occurs only with 1% probability, most of the time, our computer problems are very little and easy to fix. But if the problem will be big, well then your decision is right to call for help from professionals. Have a nice day.
@mawong79 (215)
• Malaysia
1 Dec 09
Yes, It's great for you...you can save a lot of money and time wasted for waiting.
For me, I do not know how to repair but I know some hardware specs and know how to reformat windows which I learn from my hubby. In the office I will act to coordinate & help my IT team in local office. At home, my hubby is the one who repairing our own computer. It's also save money and time.
Have a nice day!
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
1 Dec 09
You are right about that, i can save money and time for that. At least you know how to reformat a pc and you know some specs. You are good and also your hubby is, at least you will not waste time and money on asking other people to repair your pc. Some pc repair man really take advantage of the situation. I am not saying that all of them are like that, but most of them do nothing but bad things for your pc and at the end will charge you a large amount of service fee and etc. Have a nice day.
