[geeks] Posting from another list I thouyght worth sharing.

[Sridhar Ayengar]

Geoffrey S. Mendelson wrote:
> I saw the following message on a local (not computer related)
> mailing list:
> 
>> I am in need of a *professional* computer person who may be able to
>> give me an idea of whether he can fix a particular problem or not
>> *before* coming to look at the computer. I have looked at the services
>> section on xxxxxx and tried a couple of numbers - but from what I have
>> heard, I have not found anyone who will meet these standards and be able
>> to deal with an urgent problem. I have seen people posting before
>> regarding coming out to look at the problem before giving a quote. I
>> would much prefer dealing with such a person, as I will have an idea
>> whether or not he will be able to fix things before spending hours and
>> charging for that. Could you advise who would be best suited for this?
>> Thanks.
> 
> I would answer him, but my crystal ball is stuck on the "little girl,
> small dog" channel. :-)

Really?  Mine's stuck on "The End of the World" channel.  It's a real drag.

Peace...  Sridhar