Keep Home Technology Running Smoothly Sunday, March 1, 2009 (NAPSA)—You can save more than dollars and cents when you reduce your risk of computer mishaps. Arecent Kelton Research study shows the average American wastes 12 hours a month—the equivalent of one weekend day— due to problems with home computers. In fact, the study found 65 percent of consumers are spending more time with a computer than with their significant other. Here are a few steps you can take to make sure your family is covered to head off a computer meltdown: * Use the power-save features on your computer to save on your energy bill and reduce yourcarbon footprint. Keep your virus and spyware software up to date. * Regular computer tune-ups and software updates will help you get the most life out of your older technology, putting off a pricey new computer and keeping older computers out of the landfill. Avoid unforeseen tech support expenses and consider a subscription tech support plan to cover all your family’s computers and peripherals for one low monthly or yearly price. You can get all your family’s computer needs met for one price with a tailored subscription plan that has expert solutions engineers quickly diagnose and repair problems remotely. Most computer problems can be fixed quickly over a broadband connection by visiting www. support.com or calling 1-800-PC Support. There, you’ll find North You can getall your family’s com- puter needs metfor one price with a tailored subscription plan that has expert solutions engineers quickly diagnose and repair problems remotely. America-based engineers specially trained to solve problems for people who aren’t computer experts. After establishing a secure connection to your computer, the support.com engineer can operate your keyboard and mouse to resolve your problem while you watch. You control the engineer’s access during the process and can see everything he or she is doing. You don’t have to lift a finger or play 20 questions with a technical support representative. Learn More You can learn more online at support.com. --- PHOTOS --- File: 20190816-161141-20190816-161140-76439.pdf.jpg --- FILES --- File: 20190816-161140-76439.pdf