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Jan 8, 2008
CyberTechs reaches agreement with BMC Solutions on sub-contracting job for SAISD & Bexar County servicing Dell Warranty Computers

April 30, 2008
CyberTechs Dell PartnerDirect status approved

Jan 12, 2009
CyberTechs & Symantec agree to partnership

Jan 20, 2009
CyberTechs fills sub-contracting role for Barrister Global Solutions at Lackland Air Force Base BX

Jan 24, 2009
South Texas Regional Certification Agency grants CyberTechs Disadvantaged Business Enterprise(DBE) and Minority Business Enterprise(MBE) Status

Feb 4, 2009
CyberTechs Partners with HP

Feb 10, 2009
CyberTechs joins the HP PartnerONE Diversity Network

March 15, 2009
CyberTechs On-Site Computer Repair, changes name to CyberTechs Computer Repair Services Plus

March 30, 2009
CyberTechs Computers awarded computer maintenance contract for SAISD

March 30, 2009
CyberTechs Computers wins Better Business Bureau accreditation

April 1, 2009
CyberTechs Computers becomes part of the Toshiba Preferred Partner Program

May 1, 2009
CyberTechs Computers opens retail location at Hwy 90 and Military Dr

May 15, 2009
CyberTechs Computers partners with FAMSA of San Antonio

June 24, 2009
CyberTechs Computers signs a contract with Lackland AFB to provide a wide range of services from computer repair to television installation and more

July 27, 2009
CyberTechs Computer Repair Plus signs a contract with AAFES at FT Sam Houston to provide computer services and tv installations to base personnel and their families.  New store opens Aug 3rd in the main PX next to customer service

Aug 3, 2009
CyberTechs Computers becomes an authorized Samsung Partner

Aug 20, 2009
CyberTechs Computers forms partnership with Kaspersky one of the leading Anti Virus programs in the world

Oct 19, 2009
CyberTechs Computers agrees to partnership with Carbonite, one of the fastest growing and most respected names in online data backups and remote access

Nov 5,2009
CyberTechs Computers becomes authorized reseller for SuperAntiSpyware.  One of the leading spyware protection companies in the world.

Nov 15. 2009
In an ongoing effort to better reflect our diversified services, CyberTechs Computers, Rebrands itself, CyberTechs.  With TV and home theater installations, game system repairs and many other technology services, we feel that dropping "computers" from our name will allow for more growth without painting ourselves into a corner as just a computer shop.

Jan 15, 2010
CyberTechs joins the ranks of Clear 4G Internet Authorized Retailers.  With backing from Sprint, Intel, Google and others, we feel this will position CyberTechs as the leading provider of 4g services in the San Antonio area.

Feb 9, 2010
CyberTechs awarded long term computer repair, tv/home theater installation contract for Randolph Air Force Base

Feb 11, 2010
CyberTechs signs new 1 year deal with Fort Sam Houston which allows us to continue to provide a wide array of technology services and one of the country's premiere military installations

Feb 23, 2010
SAISD and CyberTechs agree to extension of computer maintenance and service contract.

Feb 23, 2010
CyberTechs Computers signs 5 year contract with AAFES to provide technology services at its new store at Randolph Air Force Base.  CyberTechs officially becomes Department of Defense Contractor.

June 15th, 2010
CyberTechs Computers awarded AAFES long term cotract to provide technology services at its new flagship store at Ft Sam Houston.

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Wednesday, 27 May 2009
Should I shut down my pc when a storm hits?

As I mentioned before, it's the only sure way that your computer won't be damaged in anyway by surges or outages.  But hold on...

There are really a couple of things at play here with regard to computers and storms.

First, if your computers shuts down and restarts due to surges or brown outs, there may be minor problems developing over time.  But that's no different that when your pc locks up and you have to shut down and restart by holding the power button or unplugging the computer.

The other thing, which I personally experienced, is a direct or close to direct lightning strike to your property.  At that point it doesn't really matter what type of surge protector you have or even a backup power supply. Very few, except those ones the big dollar corporations can afford will stop this type of hit from potentially damaging you computer system, not to mention all other electronics in you home or business.

What are the chances of taking a direct lightning hit?

I was always told don't stand under trees and wait on the bath until the storm passes.  Back in 2005 I was doing neither of these and my house took a direct lightning hit that melted the cable box outside my home and traveled through my house systematically taking out just about every electronic device including literally blowing up my computer.  We're talking smoke and fire.  I was left with a very nice paper weight afterwards. 

Now I had this connected to a very good computer surge protector, but it was no match for the force of a direct hit.  Yeah, alot of damage was done, but to this day I pretty much always leave my computers plugged in and on.  I figure what are the chance of taking a direct hit once let alone twice.

If I do, it's time to go buy my lottery tickets because the odd are changing for me.  And if you have a laptop, you in better shape.  Get it fully charged, optimize your power settings then just unplug it and run off your battery for awhile.

The bottom line is this, it just risk tolerance.  We get hit by these storm quite often, and most people and businesses keep functioning just fine. Between your power breakers and your surge protectors most of you are going to be just fine.

If it gets really intense then play it safe and just do a proper controlled shut down, and if you really are worried, unplug your computer until this settle down.

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Beware of computer repair companies that make a complicated diagnoses or speak in "tech jargon" and try to lure you into a big expense when all you may need is a simple quick fix.  Some computer problems take nothing more than a matter of moments to complete simply because your pc is stuck and just needs to be reset.  Expect to pay for at least diagonstic charges and a reasonable repair charge.  Only a qualified professional can diagnose what needs to be done.  If you don't understand what the tech is talking about, ask them to explain it until you do.  Don't get caught paying hundreds of dollars for inflated parts and labor.  Yes,  technicians are being paid for their knowledge, but good techs know when those skills are being put to the test and when they should charge accordingly.  Call Cybertechs Computers for a complete diagnoses and save money.
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