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<\/font>This week we talk with Dan Hand, a computer professional who wrote a new book about starting a computer repair business and discuss how the lessons he learned can benefit our businesses if we only apply them.<\/font><\/p>\n

<\/font>Techpodcast Promo Tag :10
Intro 3:51<\/strong><\/font><\/p>\n

<\/font>News and Comment segment 2:39<\/strong>
Hitachi has announced a breakthrough in read-head technology for hard drives. Skype released version 3.6 of its popular internet software November 15, allowing users to send and receive High Quality video calls. Users can download the latest version of Skype at www.theforcefield.net<\/a>. Microsoft confirmed a bug in their random number generator used in Windows XP.<\/font><\/p>\n

<\/font>Commercial Break 1:01<\/strong>
Sponsored by PC Doctor Service Center 6<\/a>. 1-866-BUY PCDR. Mention The Force Field podcast for $49 discount. Offer good until January 31, 2008.<\/font><\/p>\n

<\/font>Intro to Interview 1:20<\/strong>
Whether you are currently in the computer business or just thinking about starting one, you want to make the most of every resource available to increase the chances of its profit and success. One resource which could be prove to be a great asset to computer repair businesses is a new book called Computer Repair Business: Lessons Learned by Daniel Hand. How to start and run your own business. A comprehensive strategy by an experienced pro. It is currently available on his website at www.computerrepairbusiness.net<\/a> and on our web site at www.theforcefield.net<\/a>.<\/font><\/p>\n

<\/font>This week we are going to talk to Dan, find out how he became successful in the computer business and how the lessons he learned can benefit our businesses – if we only apply them.<\/font><\/p>\n

<\/font>Dan Hand Interview 20:05<\/strong><\/font><\/p>\n

<\/font>Wrap up and Close :47<\/strong><\/font><\/p>\n

<\/font>©2007 Savoia Computer. All rights reserved.<\/font><\/p>\n

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