You ever notice how some people (usually older ones, like your nan/pa or that guy down the street with the 90s Dell laptop) look at computers like they’re staring at some alien spaceship? It’s crazy. They’ll know how to switch it on, maybe but after that? Forget it. And troubleshooting? Oh, that’s like asking them to fix a broken rocket with duct tape and a paperclip.

Honestly, it’s not even their fault. Computers are weird. You click one thing, and suddenly the screen freezes, or worse, an error message pops up that sounds like a threat (“Fatal System Error”? What’s that about?). I remember my uncle calling me in a full-on panic because his “Start” menu had vanished. Turns out he’d just minimised the taskbar, but he swore the computer was “hacked by Russians.”

But here’s where you step in, the saviour of baffled boomers and confused technophobes. Picture this: you, strolling into someone’s living room like a tech-savvy knight, armed with nothing but a USB stick, a spare HDMI cable, and your wit. It’s like being a one-person Geek Squad, but cooler and without the corporate baggage.

Oh, and trust me, they will pay for this. People value their sanity. Fixing their computer isn’t just a service; it’s an emotional rescue mission. Aunt Sarah gets to video call her grandkids again without the camera zooming in on her forehead. Mr. Jenkins can finally play his online chess without being bombarded by suspicious pop-up ads.

Now, if you’re serious about this, here’s a little secret:

• Don’t just solve the problem and leave.
• Teach them one or two easy tricks while you’re there.
• For example, show them the magic of CTRL+ALT+DEL (they’ll think you’re some kind of tech prophet).

And here’s the kicker, you don’t even need a massive setup to get started. Platforms like TaskRabbit or Fiverr let you offer these services locally or, if you’re feeling brave, put up a flyer at your local library or café. (Yes, flyers. Retro, I know, but they work.)

Check out this site Click  Mechanic. It’s more for cars but the concept’s the same: fix a problem, get paid, be a legend.

It’s not just about the money, though. But there’s something satisfying about watching someone’s face light up when you explain what actually the faulty. And hey, if you’re lucky, they might even offer you a cup of tea and a plate of biscuits while you work.

So, go on. Be the tech wizard your neighbourhood never knew it needed. Who knows? Now, wouldn’t that be something?