A clear summary of the Right to Repair movement as explained by Louis Rossmann. What it means, why it matters, and how it affects Kirksville and the rest of Missouri.
Why Fixing Your Own Device Is a Patriotic Act


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.
Transparent, local, and explained in basic English.
These are major projects I’ve created or am working on.

Guides, local stories, and practical how-tos from the Switchboard workshop.

A clear summary of the Right to Repair movement as explained by Louis Rossmann. What it means, why it matters, and how it affects Kirksville and the rest of Missouri.

Back in 2020 I argued that archived links were the only reliable way to reference the web. Five years later, it’s even more true.

After years of building complex dynamic sites, I have come home to the simplicity and power of plain HTML. Here is why that matters for Kirksville businesses.

When money’s tight, free software like Linux keeps Kirksville running. How open-source tools save cash, extend hardware life, and build real tech skills in our community.

Linux already powers most of the world — and now it can power Kirksville. Here’s how open-source systems can make your computers faster, safer, and built to last.

Smart router configuration tips for rural Missouri homes and small apartment buildings. Learn how placement, firmware, and security settings affect Wi-Fi speed, reliability, and safety.

Kirksvilles tech repair shop explains why ProtonMail is the private, secure, and ad-free email alternative to Gmail – and why privacy matters now more than ever.

Browser notification scams, fake virus alerts, and how to fix them — from a real Kirksville tech repair case.

Discover the bizarre, amazing, and sometimes darkly funny world of GPUs – from gaming to AI, cryptocurrency, and beyond.

If your computer has seen 10 years of life—maybe since Truman was still a joke on reruns—you’re not alone in Kirksville. Old PCs have their quirks, and if you’ve ever stared at a spinning hourglass for longer than a local winter night, this article is for you.
Here’s what residents often encounter, and how a reliable computer service can save the day.