A practical guide from Switchboard Tech Services in Kirksville on replacing expensive software with free, open-source tools for Windows and Linux users.

Why the right to repair is more than a tech issue in Kirksville, Missouri. It is about independence, sustainability, and keeping skills and dollars in our own community.

A short, practical checklist from Switchboard Tech Services in Kirksville on how to prepare your computer for repair safely and efficiently.

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.

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.