Resources/Problem Solving

Here are some sites that can assist with questions and problems. Come to a PACS meeting for more information about all things technical and digital.

These PACS members offer various computer services as a business. This listing is to make it easier to connect these members with members who would like to hire them to add hardware, install software, form a home network, troubleshoot, etc. The following rules apply: a) Listings will be restricted to current PACS members. A listing will be removed if the membership lapses. b) Listers with websites will be expected to provide a reciprocal link to PACS. c) PACS does not endorse the capabilities of any lister and does not assume liability for any services performed by any lister. d) Listings will be limited to 1000 characters. e) There will be no charge to be listed. f) All charges for services will be negotiated between the parties involved. There will be no fee due PACS for any service arrangements.

eBernie, Inc. - Computer/IT Consulting & Website Design

We work with small to mid-sized businesses across the tri-state area to bridge the gap between an internal IT Department and Marketing & Sales team. A company Website often tends to be a key connector between IT and Marketing, and this is where we uncover many other needs related to both teams. We can work on isolated issues or long-term strategic initiatives in the following areas.

Computer & Technology Consulting: Network Design, Software Implementations, Email Configuration, Antivirus Installation, Backup Solutions, Project Management, Help Desk, Troubleshooting, and More!

Interactive Marketing: Website Design and Implementation, SEO & SEM, Social Media, Email Campaigns, Online Advertising, Public Relations, And More!

Contact us now for a free 1-hour initial consultation at 610.833.8517 or www.eBernieInc.com.

MHS Consulting

Mike Smith established MHS Consulting in 2000. Whether you need IT consultation for a brand new network, a technology upgrade, or a specific project, MHS Consulting is here to help guide you in using technology to meet your strategic business goals. Our mission is to give you the best technology tools available so that you can focus your time and attention on daily business operations. We also provide the guidance and resources you need for a stable, reliable and secure IT infrastructure.

Contact us at mhsconsulting.net.

Veteran Computer Consultants, LLC

Veteran Computer Consultants, LLC offers IT and middleware services in the Philadelphia area. VCC seeks to create jobs for veterans and technology professionals by obtaining government and commercial contracts. VCC has access to a large pool of technology professionals through the "Philadelphia Area Computer Society" (PACS) and the "Technology Professionals Networking Group" (TPNG).

The owner, Dick Ladson, has over 50 years of diversified IT experience, having worked for 40 years for Unisys Corporation as a Systems Programmer, followed by 10 years of independent consulting in the middleware domain, using the webMethods tool set to solve Business-to-Business (B2B) and Enterprise Application Integration (EAI) challenges.

In addition to being a "Certified webMethods Developer", Dick served as a product trainer for Unisys and webMethods Corporations. VCC is the preferred vendor for supplying computers for the Veteran Administration. VCC is a "Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business" (SDVOSB).

Contact us at 484-544-4602 or VeteranComputerConsultants.com.

Marty Snyder

Learn to use and UNDERSTAND Adobe Photoshop; former University of the Arts teacher will tutor you at his location or yours. Other graphics applications as well: Illustrator, InDesign, Quark, etc. Reasonable rates. e-mail Marty at martist7@gmail.com.

Jenny Duskey, Microsoft Access Developer

Creating, repairing and revising Access databases, troubleshooting computer problems and installing software are some of my favorite activities!

At the end of April I retired from my full time position as Assistant Director for MIS at Northeast Community Center for MH/MR, a job which entailed database creation and maintenance, computer troubleshooting, network administration, cleaning up after viruses, installing new software and helping over a hundred users with computer problems. I would be delighted to do whatever I can to help you or your businesses in similar ways. I offer a discount for nonprofits and individuals. I do most of my database work remotely, but since we are all in the Philadelphia area I can also work at your home or business. Check my website for details and to contact me.

News, Information, and Utilites

The Boot Disk
This web site has boot disks, drivers, dlls and upgrades available for download. There are also How-To guides for Windows XP, 95/98, and DOS.
Extreme Technology
Extreme Technology has information geared towards "techies" interested in building their own PC's. But there is also information for a more general audience, such as a comparison of the new features of several browsers, and reviews of products such as mp3 players, monitors, notebook mice, etc.
The Secret Guide to Computers
"The Secret Guide to Computers" is the world's only complete computer tutorial: it explains how to buy, use, fix, reprogram, and manage your computer. This link lets you read 24 of 41 chapters of the book for free and contains the phone number of the author, Russ Walter, who is available to help you for free. PACS is listed in his book.
FILExt
is a database of file extensions and the various programs that use them. If you know the file extension you want to learn about, simply enter it into the search box.
Pinnacle Systems
One of the leading video editing software developers presented Pinnacle Studio, one of their top video editing software programs on June 11, 2005 to PACS. Their presentation was by far the best of the 2004-2005 Season and was talked about for months.

Computer Radio Shows

The Kim Komando Show
Kim Komando's weekly three-hour call-in talk radio show is heard (via her own national radio network) on over 425 stations. In addition, she does a Computer Minute radio feature five days a week; has written eight books about life in the digital age; sends out 5 million e-mail newsletters weekly; and authors a widely syndicated newspaper column, which also runs in USA Today.com. She does all of this, while raising a son and operating a growing media empire, with her husband and associate, Barry Young.
Computer Outlook Radio Talk Show
This show is hosted by John Iasiuolo and started December 3, 2002 and has been been growing ever since. Today the Computer Outlook is one of the country's fastest growing syndicated computer talk shows featuring "What's New, What's Best, and What's Next" in the computer and IT industry.

Tutorials

Web site usability
Jakob Nielsen's site contains a series of columns by a 'guru' of web design. Get some ideas for making your site the kind that people want to come back to, and come to the PACS CSS SIG and Web Design SIG for more information.

Anti-Virus sites

Local Resources

Philadelphia Area New Media Association
PANMA, a division of Eastern Technology Council, holds monthly networking events, both social and educational, for the web design community. Events are free.
Trenton Computer Festival
The oldest and largest computer show for personal computer users in the Tri-State area.
Non-Profit Technology Resources
Donate old computers at NTR located at 1524 Brandywine Street in Philadelphia. They accept donations of used computers, monitors, and other computer accessories.
Philadelphia Area CD Rates
Philadelphia Area CD Rates provides comprehensive, consolidated investment information to the Philadelphia Area community. It links Certificate of Deposit web pages from all local banks so that users can visit one central site to compare CD-rates currently being offered.
Bucks County Computer Recycling
With advances in technology many people are finding that their computer has become obselete, and when purchasing a new computer soon discover that no one wants their old one. This is unfortunate, because virtually all of the parts of a computer (leaded glass, plastic, metal, and precious metals) are recyclable and some are hazardous. Many people have old computers stored in their homes, simply taking up space, because they are unsure of what to do with them. This year everyone will have an opportunity to take their old computers to the computer recycling events, being held in conjunction with each of the Bucks County household hazardous waste collection events.