This June 20, the Phuket’s Sunday-morning Computer Clinics is turn three years old as it will presents ‘Geekfest’ featuring food, fund and most importantly is answering most pressing computer questions.

“The Computer Clinics bring together PC users, from complete novices to Phuket’s most knowledgeable PC gurus. Everybody has questions – which Internet connection works best, where to take a PC for repair, how to build a website, or clean out viruses. We all try to solve each others’ problems,” says “Khun Woody” Leonhard, author of many For Dummies books, Phuket Gazette computer columnist, and Microsoft MVP.

Began from a humble beginning three years ago, nowadays this clinic is large enough to gather frequently run standing-room-only, free of charge clinics that have drawn international attention and recognition.

“It’s a group effort. Phuket is home to a wide variety of computer experts. Heaven knows we all have computer problems. Combine that with a stream of news, particularly about Internet service in Phuket, and trail-blazer experiences with mobile phones, high def TV, online banking, home security and the like, and you can see why the clinics have become so popular,” said Mr Leonhard.

The all-volunteer effort has grown beyond the confines of the weekly meetings. Phuket now has the most comprehensive Internet speed-reporting site in Southeast Asia. In one of the seminar series, explanation about how to create travel logs, using simple PC tools is delivered. Work is also underway to refurbish used PCs and donate them to local charities. More seminars are in the works.

“We welcome everyone – from people who just starting out with PCs to advanced users with specific problems, to vendors with products or services to show or sell, to folks who want to know which TV or phone to buy. It is all free, all of the time. Bring your PC if you can, and join us,” says Mr Leonhard.

Co-sponsored of this even are Khun Woody’s Sandwich Shoppes and the Phuket Gazette. These clinics run every Sunday morning from 10am to noon. Locations rotate among the Sandwich Shoppes on the island. The June 13 gathering will be at the Sandwich Shoppe near the entrance to Laguna. Whether for the 3rd year anniversary Geekfest on June 20 will takes place at the Sandwich Shoppe in Chalong.

News by Phuket Gazette