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I have had my computer serviced here by these guys twice. Only because I'm too cheap to part with...
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I have had my computer serviced here by these guys twice. Only because I'm too cheap to part with my old workhorse Sony laptop that's 5 years old! Oh well - I know I need a new comp but being technologically-challenged, I am too confused as to what to buy. These guys knew of the product-specific issues with my Vaio and knew exactly how to fix it, which was really nice. I'm glad they didn't have to guess. The rates were very reasonable and they didn't try to charge me extra for anything. I paid a low, fair price for my repairs and I would not hesitate to go back to these guys. They knew what they were doing and they did it right, in no time flat.
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Compusa
Category:
Computers
4028 Tacoma Mall Blvd
Tacoma,
Washington 98409
(253) 473-0200
CompUSA is a pretty decent store, as chain stores go. It has a large variety of items, a...
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CompUSA is a pretty decent store, as chain stores go. It has a large variety of items, a bewildering amount of software, and a huge selection of printers and scanners and digital cameras. Just about any of the latest models can be found here, more than at some of the other large stores.
The staff are helpful, if you can catch one. They tend to spend a lot of time with customers, often getting into lengthy conversations about the items. This is great if it's you who is being so helped, but if you're the one waiting it can be very frustrating! ;-)
I understand that they also do some computer repair, although since I always do my own I've never had reason to use them for that.
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The gentleman at Alpine was one of the people who was most helpful to me when I was learning about...
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The gentleman at Alpine was one of the people who was most helpful to me when I was learning about computers. Very knowledgeable, very patient, and always ready to give a little help over the phone if at all possible.
Alpine will make house calls, very important when you're in a bind and need help right now without delay. They carry various parts and accessories, too.
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I've visited Software Alternative since it was a tiny little place that specialized in shareware,...
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I've visited Software Alternative since it was a tiny little place that specialized in shareware, back before there really was much of an internet and very few people were online. They carried games, fonts, clipart, and all kinds of tools and utilities and other shareware solutions.
They're still there, and they still carry software, but the focus seems to be more on popular and shareware games now. They also have printer ink catridge refilling kits, and all kinds of cables and other gadgets you might need for your system. The staff are knowledgeable and experienced, too.
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Office Depot
Category:
Computers
3330 S 23rd St
Tacoma,
Washington 98405
(253) 572-6595
Office Depot is a large, clean, airy store, but sometimes the prices can be a little high....
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Office Depot is a large, clean, airy store, but sometimes the prices can be a little high. Sometimes the people who work there can be too busy to help you, so it's better to go prepared and know what you're looking for.
There is a good selection of software, and recording media such as zip disks, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD-Rs, etc. The Office depot store brand seems to be pretty good, though, so I seldom buy a "commercial brand."
There is definitely a huge selection of printer paper, labels (for packages and letters as well as for CDs and other disks), and every kind of office-related supply you can imagine and many you never knew existed.
You can also use the printing area in the back of the store, where they have binders, copiers, and other office machines available to use. You can also order a plastic "rubber stamp" of your address, and find a pen that actually writes.
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