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How To Learn From Remote Computer Help

By Danielle Galloway


There are times when many will have problems with their computer. It may be a memory issue or something did not download properly. So it is common that when a help line is called, a remote computer help technician is on the other line to resolve the matter.

Some people dread this because they would rather have a person see them in person. However, in the case of a person that works at home, this is not possible or practical if the matter can only be fixed in a virtual environment. When a person buys peripherals or software from a retailer, this is the most common way to solve the problem.

Going with a real person can be costly and if the issue is one out of the ordinary, chances are that the live person may not have received the training necessary to make repairs. They will, use and bill the customer to learn this, along with see other customers with less complex issues. This can get into several days, or even weeks, before they come close to finding a solution.

Having the facts when making contact ensures a smooth transaction. Some make the mistake of using their own judgement or giving an extensive account of every single thing that went wrong. An experienced person knows which questions to ask and what direction to take when given one simple problem. So to state something simple such as the application does not load or documents will not print makes it easier on everyone.

Things like model numbers and if, possible serial numbers should be written and in plain sight to repeat to the help person. Though some purchasers get basic warranty service once they have left the stores, having this will tell the person on the other end quite a bit. It can also help the buyer save money and time.

It also helps to get the name or identification number of the person that assisted at the first point of contact. Should there be a problem down the road, or even within the next hour, the person who called for help will have a name to refer to. It is best to not assume that the company will have record of this.

When receiving instructions, the caller should repeat the steps after the technician before they take action. Often people mishear things or are focused on another matter. Often the caller is distracted about how much time they are losing or the bill.

When a matter is finally taken care of, this is the best time for the caller to ask questions about features, related products or whatever may be on their mind. The reason being is that some of these customer support or help lines can have long wait periods. While there are alternatives, such as email, getting the answers immediately may help in other areas. The purpose of using remote computer help is to make life easier for the user as well as the company that manufactures the product.




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