Practical tech help in Kirksville I fix computers, connectivity, Linux systems, and small electronics. Clear rates, fast service, and a local focus near the Kirksville courthouse square.
Switchboard Tech Services is a small mobile service in downtown Kirksville that fixes what others replace.
I handle everyday computer issues, restore old hardware, and build or maintain simple websites for locals and small businesses.
No contracts, no gimmicks – just direct repair and practical help within a couple miles of the courthouse. If it plugs in, powers on, or connects to the internet, there’s a good chance I can make it work again.
Monitor input or power state Many monitors default to the last input and won’t auto‑switch. If the on‑screen display (OSD) works, the panel has power—cycle inputs manually and verify brightness isn’t at zero. Background: HDMI, DisplayPort
Band/SSID mismatch Many budget printers only support 2.4 GHz. If your home Wi-Fi uses a combined name for 2.4 GHz/5 GHz, the printer may latch onto the wrong band or fail to join. Band-splitting tips: /posts/router-settings-small-town/
Stuck update cache The SoftwareDistribution and Catroot2 folders hold temporary update files and catalogs. If they get corrupted, Windows Update can stall or error out.
A practical guide and case study: successfully troubleshooting and fixing an industrial dryer (early 2000s model) by replacing the main reservoir capacitor near the power supply transformer. Problem solved.
Windows 10 support has officially ended. Discover why Linux is now the smarter, faster, and more private choice for Kirksville and Northeast Missouri users.
A detailed comparison of costs and benefits for small businesses switching to Linux, with special focus on rural and low-margin operations in places like Kirksville, Missouri.
