Get a computer tuneup regularly

I couldn’t survive without Comp Squad Inc., a home computer repair

company in Newport Beach. James Watkins, founder of Comp Squad, is

incredibly patient and, unlike me, computer savvy.

“Computers are just like automobiles and they need to be tuned

regularly to perform at peak levels,” Watkins said. “Computer

companies want buyers to constantly upgrade to new machines to solve

performance problems.”

Comp Squad can extend the life of your computer and end

frustration. Having Comp Squad come to your home is infinitely better

than talking to a technical support stranger on the other side of the

world.

Comp Squad has reduced the cost of its repair service and upgrades

through new diagnostic software that rapidly identifies problems. It

also has the latest tools in virus detection and removal.

Most problems can be fixed with Comp Squad’s $50 tuneup --

recommended twice a year. Tuneups include: removing Internet clutter

and junk files; cleaning all debris from desktop to hard drive;

repairing missing shortcuts; repairing disks and scanning for virus

files; cleaning all drives; configuring the registry; restoring all

invalid registry items; repairing security links; repairing and

compacting all drives; configuring system to original factory specs.

All services are completed without harming documents or personal

data.

In addition to the tuneup, Comp Squad offers: virus removal;

removing spy software (small programs that record and report all your

search entries); software installation and upgrades; hardware

installation and upgrades; tutoring of computer programs and

software; networks for two to 100 computers; setting up firewalls for

privacy; cable-DSL dial-up video modems; computer TV; video

surveillance systems; custom computers for gamers; music and

entertainment machines; home theater; Web site construction; and

maintenance.

“We also started a service that takes your old computer and

donates it to assisted living, disabled and needy people,” Watkins

said.

All hard drives are wiped clean and all data removed. The donation

is tax deductible, usually for the original purchase price, Watkins

said. 210 62nd St., Suite 248, Newport Beach. (949) 394-2905.

GET FATHERS CLOTHES

Atkinson’s Men’s Clothing is offering a great special in time for

Father’s Day. Every shirt and tie will be reduced $25 through June

14. Name brands on sale include Robert Talbott, Reyn Spooner,

Burberry, Viyella and Polo. Open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday

to Saturday. 3430 Via Lido, Newport Beach. (949) 673-0653.

TEEN FASHION SHOW

An exciting fashion show for teens featuring the latest in surf

apparel is at Macy’s South Coast Plaza from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday.

HProfessional surfers Kendall and Brad Gerlach are among those who

will be making personal appearances at the show hosted by Teen People

magazine. The latest looks from Roxy, Hurley, O’Neill, Billabong and

more will be modeled. The event takes place on the Garden Terrace and

in the newly remodeled THISIT shop for juniors. Guests receive gift

bags from Teen People and can enter a drawing to win a customized

surfboard. Macy’s South Coast Plaza Women’s Store. THISIT, Level Two,

For reservations, call (714) 556-0611, ext. 4231.

ENJOY TEA TODAY

The American Cancer Society Discovery Shop of Corona del Mar is

having a formal high tea today from 2 to 6 p.m. A donation of unique

and antique teacups inspired manager Gloria Godfrey to offer a

festive tea. Other new acquisitions are new ladies’ and men’s

apparel, and estate furniture. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to

Saturday. 2600 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. (949) 640-4777.

A FURNITURE SALE

Butera Newport Beach is having its first tent sale through

Saturday. High quality furniture and accessories are reduced 30% to

70%. Included in the sale are Milling Road by Baker, Henredon

Acquisitions and Ralph Lauren Home furnishings. The Butera Home

Collection is known locally as a resource for current and classic

trends in home design. Also available are bath accessories, lighting

fabric, wall covering and floor covering. Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday to Friday; and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 1745 Westcliff

Drive at Westcliff Court, Newport Beach. (949) 650-8570.

www.buterahomecollection.com.

READY TO BIKE

A warehouse bicycle sale runs Friday through Sunday at the Two

Wheels One Planet store in Costa Mesa. The store will have closeout

prices on bicycles and savings on helmets, bags, pedals, clothing,

pumps and more. Open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday; from 10 a.m. to 6

p.m. Saturday; and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 420 E. 17th St.,

Costa Mesa. (949) 646-7717. twowheelsoneplanet.com.

SEE DESIGN IDEAS

Thirty South Coast Plaza retailers are participating with the

American Society of Interior Designers to display a series of room

vignettes today through Sunday at South Coast Plaza. Eight interior

designers created a series of rooms that complete a residence. There

is a romantic master bedroom, a dining room, a home office/den, a

girl’s “tween” room, an outdoor breakfast room, a gentleman’s

den/library, a lady’s dressing area, a contemporary/rustic sitting

area, a whimsical bar and a guest room/empty nest conversion.

* BEST BUYS appears Mondays and Fridays. Send information to Greer

Wylder at [email protected]; at 330 W. Bay St., Costa Mesa, CA

92627; or by fax at (949) 646-4170.