Computer Works of Toledo is now known as BizTech!

In an effort to simplify their business and increase their level of service, Computer Works of Toledo, a provider of information technology solutions to Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, is excited to announce that they are taking on their parent company name…BizTech. 

In 2004, Business Technical Consulting, LLC (BizTech) acquired Computer Works.  Ever since, they’ve been delivering high-quality, professional information technology (IT) services and solutions to their clients in the Toledo area and throughout the United States. BizTech and Computer Works believe it is time for their company to unite under one name. 

“Our management and technical support team remains intact, and our clients will continue to receive the same quality services and products they’ve come to expect,” said Joe Zalewski, Managing Partner and COO at BizTech. “The name change represents a cohesive team that is strategically focused on serving our clients.”

BizTech has many services to offer, including:

ü  Ink & Toner Supplies – Order ink and toner from BizTech & get free delivery in the Toledo area.

ü  UnlimITed Support Services – ‘All You Can Eat’ Technical Support at a fixed monthly rate.

ü  On-Demand IT Services – BizTech will fix your technology problems at an hourly rate.

ü  Network Infrastructure – From deployment to administration, BizTech keeps your computer networks efficient.

ü  Virtualization Services – Lower energy costs and make work something you do, not somewhere you go.

ü  Mobile BI – Access business data while on the go with smartphone and tablet device integration

ü  Business Continuity – Network backups and database recovery will keep your company from losing profits.

ü  Printer Services – BizTech will keep your printers, copiers & fax machines running with maintenance & repairs.

ü  Business Software – BizTech specialize in Manufacturing ERP Systems and Business Software Solutions.

About BizTech

Founded in 1999, Business Technical Consulting, LLC (BizTech) is dedicated to providing complete Information Technology (IT) and business solutions that deliver long-term value to our clients. Strategic Partnerships with our clients are forged by investing the time to understand business objectives, so that we can deliver valuable results that will help their organizations to be more productive and profitable.  BizTech delivers results with solutions from industry leading manufacturers such as Infor, Microsoft™, DELL™, HP, Citrix® and Cisco. BizTech is an Infor VISUAL™ ERP Channel Partner, a Microsoft™ Registered Partner, a Citrix® Authorized Solution Advisor, and Comptia A+ Certified.   At BizTech, we help you…Plan IT, Run IT, Protect IT, & Fix IT.

or more information about BizTech…

Please visit our website at www.gobiztech.com or call 800.804.4715.  

7 Ways to Make Your PC Last Longer

A primary concern for most business owners is how to get the most bang for your buck. When you’re purchasing expensive technology, this becomes an even more valid point of consideration. Buying computers is one of the larger investments you have to make in order to effectively run a business. To avoid surprise crashes and loss of data, it’s not recommended to hold onto a frequently used computer for more than four to five years. However, there are things you can do to help prolong its life span and enable it to perform better over time, saving you money in the long run.

1. Keep it clean
Dust, dirt, food and other particles tend to accumulate in the crevices of keyboards, mice and monitors. If not removed, these particles can scratch hardware components and eventually build up enough to cause overheating, shortening the life of your computer. To avoid this, make sure to dust and clean your computer and its accessories on a regular basis. Compressed air is a great way to get small particles out of keyboards and tight cracks.

2. Keep it dry
PCs and liquids do not go together well. Never drink or rest water, coffee, soda or anything liquid near a desktop or notebook. A spill could mean you’ll be buying a new one much sooner than you had planned.

3. Give it space
This tip applies mostly to laptops/notebooks. The nice thing about them is that they’re portable. On business trips, it can be tempting to set them down on a hotel pillow or bed while you’re casually answering emails or doing research. But soft, padded surfaces do not allow airflow into the ventilation holes underneath the notebook, which leads to overheating. To limit this risk, make sure you always rest your notebook on a cool, solid surface, allowing air to travel underneath it.

4. Protect it
Viruses could be the biggest threat to the health of a notebook or desktop. One of the very first things you should do when you buy a new computer is install anti-virus software. Some popular, effective applications include Microsoft Security Essentials and McAfee.

5. Give it more memory
Painfully slow processing is a sign that your computer may be starting to fade on you. Add extra RAM (random access memory) to relieve the strain of an overloaded machine. Once it stops relying on hard disk memory, your computer’s performance will become exponentially faster.

6. Keep it uncluttered
All of the programs that you don’t currently use on your computer are taking up valuable space. Getting rid of them will improve performance and save memory. Most PCs have a “disk cleanup” function that will delete “unseen” files and empty caches. You can also go through your files manually and remove anything you haven’t been accessing.

7. Choose it wisely
There are many things to consider when purchasing a computer. If you’re looking for a desktop or notebook that can stand the test of time and endure harsh environmental conditions, a computer such as the HP Elite PC may be your answer. All Elite products must endure 115,000 hours of durability testing to prove they’ll be able to give you many years of reliable service.

Unfortunately, no matter how well you take care of it, the reality is that no computer can live forever. To decrease your risk of a catastrophic crash, make sure you don’t wait too long to buy a replacement. After several years, most computers start to display glitches and show signs that they could be struggling. To be on the safe side, you should plan on replacing your desktops and notebooks about every four years.


These 7 Tips were gathered from HP's Technology at Work Newsletter

Upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for Less!

If you purchase(d) an eligible Windows 7 PC anytime between June 2, 2012 and January 31, 2013, you are eligible to get an upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for only $14.99- which will be redeemable when Windows 8 is generally available on October 26, 2012. You will have until February 28, 2013 to register for the offer to get Windows 8 Pro for $14.99.

Did you already buy a Windows 7 PC prior to June 2, 2012 (or have a Windows 7 PC not eligible for the offer)?  Not to worry! Starting on October 26, 2012, you will be able to upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for $39.99!

Windows 8 Upgrade offer program details

Have questions about this great offer? Contact a Solution Advisor at
info[at]computerworkstoledo[dot]com or call 419.534.3010.