Classic IT Support

September 2008:
We have imported a variety of excellent ex-Govt. notebook computers, with prices starting from $460. These notebooks are in excellent condition, come with Windows Xp Professional, carry bag, optical mouse and power adapter. We install a variety of valuable software, including OpenOffice, antivirus and utility software.

30 March 2008:
Microsoft Vista Service Pack 1 is on its way. This essential service pack addresses numerous important security/reliability/compatibility issues that have arisen in the last year. Most users will not need to do anything in order to receive SPK1 as it will be automatically installed via Windows Update. Others may want to discuss bringing their Vista computer to our office where we can also install it for you.

14 January 2008:
We're back from holidays and ready to help you with a new, quality computer, any repairs, upgrades or IT Support you may require.

We're in the process of implementing a new Linux server for web hosting MessageWeek media.

Notebook success. 7 June 2007:
In the past few months we have found that the ex. Gov. lease notebooks, P4 and Centrinos, have been very popular. Priced at around $590. they are in excellent condition, and are a pleasure to use.

We also now have a new fax number using the Mbox system: 08 6210 1337

Westnet Broadband Satellite is the first choice solution for rural and regional Australians wanting a metro comparable ADSL broadband service. The IPSTAR1 satellite is the biggest of its kind, offering excellent coverage for West Australians.

Please contact us to confirm your eligibility. The Australian Government Broadband Guarantee program offers to pay the installation and setup costs of the hardware to the value of $2750.

Vista is here. 15 Feb 2007:
While we're still selling systems with Windows Xp Home, our most recent performance home computers now come with Windows Vista Home Premium edition. While Vista has maintained many Windows conventions, there are significant changes in this latest version that will take time to get used to. Windows Vista is noted for several main features:

It has been built with security and antipiracy concerns in mind.
Its new aero interface is visually appealing.
Super pre-fetch starts your programs faster.
Low power shutdown means a boot-up within a few seconds.

On the downside, Vista uses significantly more resources, so our Vista systems come with a minimum of 2Gb memory.

New CPU. 26 Sept 2006:
Nothing in history has developed as fast as computer technology, and here we go again. Intel has released it's latest CPU (Central Processing Unit) and it's taken the computing world by storm. The new Core 2 Duo processors are not only up to 40% faster, but also quieter and cooler.

We've tested the E6700 2.6Ghz on a Windows Vista beta computer, and have been impressed with the results. The Core 2 Duo features two processing cores, as opposed to Hyperthreading, and this allows more instructions per clock cycle to be processed. As prices level as the market saturates, you can be sure that the new generation of computers being built will deliver significant performance and power saving over earlier technologies.

Classic IT Support will use the Core 2 Duo in our quality business and gaming computers together with the Intel 965 and 975 chipset mainboards.

What our customers say: 31 August 2006:
"Just to let you know that Telstra called today and have fixed the problem with the exchange. Thanks for your help yesterday by promptly coming around to check out our modem. Your service is excellent!"

"The Board of Directors asked me to convey that they are very impressed with your work on our webpage. Thanks."

"Just wanted to thank you for all that you for us did last Friday in setting up the new computer. It is really appreciated."

"Thanks for your help yesterday. You always make things so easy and uncomplicated."

Microsoft Training Seminar; 2 May 2006:
With Microsoft Windows Vista ready for release early next year, Microsoft hosted a training seminar for IT Specialists and OEM system builders. The next generation operating system has features that will make your computing easier and more intuitive. We found the training very beneficial.

OEM system builder; 7 April 2006:
In the past week we've been building a variety of new Pentium 4 3.2Ghz performance systems, as well as several Intel Celeron 2.8Ghz office systems. And for those who prefer the Athlon64, we have a number-crunching gaming system here to satisfy the most demanding user - the difference here is in the choice of graphics card.

Classic IT Support server relocation; 23 March 2006:
We're pleased to announce the completed relocation of our office to Northam, and today saw the server relocated and current IP address retained. Thanks to Westnet technical support for helping facilitate the behind-the-scenes high speed ADSL configuration.

Pictured at left is the Fedora beta server shortly after it was restarted.

Classic IT Support successful move: 19 March 2006
Classic IT Support has now almost completed the move from Perth to the Northam offices at 9 Chidlow St.

Our new telephone number is 08 9622 2771

Pictured at left is Hannah helping unload office furniture.

Classic IT Support closure of Perth office; 7 March 2006:
Classic IT Support will close the South Guildford office at the end of March, and consolidate to the Northam offices. Because we're out on service calls for much of the time, the South Guildford office was often unattended. This will not affect service levels to existing customers.

This also means that the MessageWeek film studios will be relocated, as well as the media streaming server.

New websites. 2 March 2006:
Classic IT Support has recently help develop several new websites:

Shop front damaged
18 Feb 2006:
One of the front plate glass windows at the Classic IT Support South Guildford shop was broken on Saturday night, 18 Feb 2006 by a stone-throwing youth. Police apprehended the youth, with charges being laid.

VET presentation at Northam High School - 14 Feb 2006:
Classic IT Support's John Klassek and Northam Share and Care Community Services CEO Carol Jones helped present the VET awards at the Northam High School assembly on Tuesday. Classic IT Support assisted in sponsoring the donation of a Pentium 4 computer to one of the deserving students.

Family business: January 2006
Rebecca and Hannah race each other installing software on several Pentium 4 3Ghz systems.

The computers are left running and are thoroughly tested over a 24 hour period prior to delivery.

Media streaming uploaded: Jan 2006:
The Classic IT Support's beta media server uploaded 6.5Gb of streaming media for www.messageweek.com during January 2006. Part of the server's function shares the streaming load for MessageWeek.