Pelham - Windham News

12 - April 9, 2010

Showtime Computers: Professional Services Designed to Fit Your Needs

How They Voted

Here are some important votes taken by your state representatives in Hillsborough District 27 (Hudson,

Litchfield and Pelham) and Rockingham District 4 (Salem and Windham). In some instances the YEA or NAY will be changed to another term to avoid confusion as to the intent of the vote.

HB 1580 - An act relative to Home Schooling.

Analysis: This bill establishes that parents

have a natural, fundamental right to determine and direct the education of their children. The bill also exempts children who are receiving educational instruction from a parent from the

Hillsborough, District 27

Boehm, Ralph (R)

Christiansen, Lars (R) Doherty, Shaun (R) Haefner, Robert (R) Ober, Lynne (R) Ober, Russell (R)

Renzullo, Andrew (R) Ulery, Jordan (R) Gandia, Laura (R) Hardy, Valerie (D) Jasper, Shawn (R) Knowles, John (D)

Knowles, Mary Ann (D)

by Doug Robinson

New Hampshire’s best computer and service options designed to fit your computer needs is located right here in Hudson. Located at 15 Derry St., Showtime Computer offers you computer service choices to fit your need and budget. For years, Showtime Computers has not only offered their customers a state-of-the-art showroom filled with the newest technology for customers to purchase, Showtime has also been providing in-store computer repair services, on-site repair services of your computer at your location, as well as providing their customers with remote technical support. Showtime Computer’s Websites, www.4yourpc. com and www.showtimepc.com, offer the Web- browsing customer many options from which to choose with regards to repair, purchasing, upgrading, or learning. Showtime Computers prides themselves on their ability to provide fast, efficient, and even one-day service repair for many computer-related concerns. Virus removal, spyware removal, system security, wired or wireless networks, computer setup, operating system updates, as well as the replacement of laptop hinges only list a few of the many services provided by Showtime Computers. Hardware upgrades, software upgrades, memory upgrades, installation of flash memory, readers, floppy drives, hard drives, or the replacement of keyboards, mice, and peripherals compliment their repair services. “With our in-store computer repair services, our in-house technical staff will perform a free evaluation, troubleshoot and resolve your computer problems, and make the required repairs. We offer multiple options. Express computer repair service: promises that the system will go on the workbench to be repaired the day it comes in. Generally speaking, express service repairs brought in before noon can be finished same-day, given there are no complications,” commented Fred Ramos, President, Showtime Computers.

All computers brought in for service at

Showtime Computers receive a free, five-minute evaluation before any work is performed. During this evaluation, the processor speed, memory, and hard drive size are evaluated. Peripherals such as modems, CD-ROM drives, sound cards, and floppy drives are assessed. In addition, the system is checked for any obvious driver or operating system issues. The evaluation is noted on your service contract. Showtime Computers also offers their customers lease programs, as well as purchase programs. In addition, when ordering merchandise online, Showtime Computer offers their customers the options of having the merchandise shipped to the store for pick-up, shipped directly to the home, or reserved at the store for pick-up.

In speaking with the computer professionals

at Showtime Computers, computer viruses seem to be on the rise. Remember—“when in doubt, X-out” is the safest motto when operating your computer.

Computer viruses can enter into your computer

by many different methods. With the advent of Facebook, music downloads, and free games, would-be hackers are just waiting in the weeds as they write software programs to invade your computer hard drive. The most common way in which a virus enters into your computer is by the computer operator opening a program, window, or download for their viewing pleasure. Without your permission, or your knowledge, computer hackers write programs just waiting for computer operators to open a program or window, so that information, which they wish to be read, can be sent from your personal or business e-mail address to your entire e-mail contact list. These massive mailings can not only shut down your computer from operating, but it can also distribute information without your approval. “Showtime has the most knowledgeable and well-trained, in-house technical support department in the area. Unlike other retailers, we don’t send a computer back to the manufacturer, we fix it—fast.”

In addition to their highly trained and professional technical staff that repairs computers, Showtime has an additional staff of dedicated and professional staff that helps customers with their choices of new or refurbished computers, laptops, monitors, printers, software, and accessories. The display aisles of Showtime Computers are stocked with every possible item one could need for their computer needs. From cabling to connectors, cooling fans, CPU accessories, flash memory readers, floppy drives, iPod stuff, mice, memory, and media, Showtime’s exhaustive and comprehensive selections will suit the novice to the professional computer needs. Showtime Computers also will build a computer to any specifications requested by their customers. “Sometimes the plain-vanilla, pre-made, one-size-fits-all computers just don’t provide the level of performance you may desire. Whether you are a serious gamer, want to edit your own video, or just need a more powerful system, Showtime can select the best components for your needs. From monitors and graphic cards to RAM, hard drives, and accessories, Showtime does it all. We even have extended warranty and support packages to keep serving you, even after you take home your new computer.” “Computers are becoming more important in our daily lives. We specialize in providing consultative, preventative, and ongoing support services to help make sure your computer is running smoothly. Our computer consultants take pride in delivering personal, easy-to-understand support that you can trust.”

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Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Not Voting

Opposed HB 1580 Opposed HB 1580 Opposed HB 1580 Opposed HB 1580

compulsory attendance requirements. This bill was heavily lobbied by the proponents of home schooling. The bill was defeated by a vote of 175 Against the Bill and 144 In Favor of the Bill.

Rockingham, District 4

Bates, David (R)

Bettencourt, David (R) Crisler, Margaret (R) DiFruscia, Anthony (R) Elliott, Robert (R) Griffin, Mary (R)

McMahon, Charles (R) Belanger, Ronald (R) Garcia, Marilinda (R) Ingram, Russell (R) Kolodziej, Walter (R) Priestley, Anne (R) Webber, Carolyn (D)

Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Favored HB 1580 Not Voting Not Voting Not Voting Not Voting Not Voting

Opposed HB 1580

HB 1693 - AN ACT relative to the powers of the joint committee on legislative facilities.

Analysis: This bill prohibits the legislative facilities committee from adopting a rule, policy, or procedure concerning the carrying of a firearm or dangerous or deadly weapon into the state house, legislative office building, or Upham Walker house which is different than the rules, policies, or procedures in effect prior to December 21, 2009. The prohibition is repealed December 31, 2011.

Hillsborough, District 27

Hardy, Valerie (D)

Knowles, John (D)

Knowles, Mary Ann (D) Gandia, Laura (R) Boehm, Ralph (R)

Christiansen, Lars (R) Doherty, Shaun (R) Haefner, Robert (R) Jasper, Shawn (R) Ober, Lynne (R) Ober, Russell (R)

Renzullo, Andrew (R) Ulery, Jordan (R)

Keep the Ban Keep the Ban Keep the Ban Not Voting

Repeal the Ban Repeal the Ban Repeal the Ban Repeal the Ban Repeal the Ban Repeal the Ban Repeal the Ban Repeal the Ban Repeal the Ban

Rockingham, District 4

DiFruscia, Anthony (R)

Webber, Carolyn (D) Bates, David (R)

Belanger, Ronald (R) Bettencourt, David (R) Crisler, Margaret (R) Elliott, Robert (R)

Garcia, Marilinda (R) Griffin, Mary (R) Ingram, Russell (R) Kolodziej, Walter (R) McMahon, Charles (R) Priestley, Anne (R)

April 30 is Deadline for Help to Pay Fuel Bills

submitted by Phil Grandmaison, Southern New Hampshire Services, Inc.

Hillsborough County residents with utility disconnect notices and others have until April 30 to apply for Fuel Assistance, according to Louise Bergeron, Energy Director at Southern New Hampshire Services. Income guidelines

have recently been increased to enable more individuals and families to receive assistance. Fuel Assistance will pay for oil, propane, kerosene, natural gas, electric, coal, wood, and wood pellet heat. To apply or get more information, call 800-322- 1073 or visit www.snhs.org.

Alternate Members Needed for Windham Planning Board

submitted by Elizabeth Wood, Community Planner, Windham

The Town of Windham Planning Board is currently seeking candidates to fill vacancies for Planning Board Alternates. There are currently two vacancies for Alternate Planning Board Members. Alternate members are expected to attend each scheduled Planning Board Meeting, workshops, and other trainings. You must be a permanent resident of Windham to be considered. Alternates are appointed by the Planning Board Chairman to sit in place of regular members if

they are absent or have removed themselves from hearing an application. Meetings are generally held the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7 p.m. Appointments are for three-year terms. If anyone is interested, submit a letter of interest to: Community Development Department, c/o Community Planner by April 28. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Elizabeth Wood, Community Planner, at 432-3806 or ewood@ windhamnewhampshire.com, or stop in Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pantene Beautiful Lengths Event at WHS

submitted by Mary Anderson, WHS

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, on April 16, Ms. Anderson’s Windham High School Advisory class will host a Pantene Beautiful Lengths hair-cutting event, at which students and faculty can donate their hair for wigs for cancer patients. The students who are

organizing the event include Angela Bleeker, Olivia Brown, Alexis Clemons, Matthew Cotton, Tessa Dyer, Shelby Faulconer, Matthew Hand, Hannah Moore, Natalya Tausanovitch, Cristy Theriault, and Dan Warner. Students donating their hair include Alyssa Beaulieu, Angela Bleeker, Brooke Cormier, Tessa Dyer, Leandra Macary, Kayla Maczko, Melissa Prunier, Adina Trager, and Melissa Vincent. Faculty donating their hair includes Ms. Anderson, Mrs. Bernasconi, and Ms. Faucher.

Local hair salons and hairdressers are

graciously donating their time to give the donors a free haircut. In addition to the hair-cutting, the

event will include Ms. Sayward’s Choir performing several inspirational musical numbers and student videos on how cancer can affect one’s life.

Without legislative approval, a joint committee of the House and Senate adopted a rule that banned firearms (except for law enforcement) from the State House complex. This bill would have removed that ban. The bill was supported by 2nd Amendment advocates. The bill was defeated by a vote of 191 to Keep the Ban and 167 to Repeal the Ban.

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