CTI News

Monday, March 13, 2006 - CTI attains certified partner status with Microsoft

Computer Techniques Inc., a regional leader in network consulting and computer repair, has announced that they have attained Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Program. This elite Microsoft Status shows that Computer Techniques, Inc. has successfully met the requirements and has proven their ability to exceed customer expectations. Microsoft Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support that give them a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

“It is a great honor to be able to partner with technology leaders such as Microsoft,” said Adam Vocks, Vice-President of Computer Techniques Inc. “Our Microsoft Certified Partner status will allow us the ability to help our customers make informed decisions on the right technology for their business. Microsoft provides us with training material, promotional material and software to aid us and our customers.”

Only companies that have demonstrated high levels of customer service, proved their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Certified Partner. Microsoft recognizes Computer Techniques Inc. for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology.

“It is great to see Microsoft reward us for all of our hard work and certifications that we have earned over the last 7 years,” said Billy Williams, President of Computer Techniques Inc. “We would also like to thank all of our existing customers for providing us the opportunity to prove our unmatched expertise. Without our satisfied customers, we could not have attained Certified Partner status with Microsoft.”

The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in December 2003 and represents Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to the success of partners worldwide. The Microsoft Partner Program offers a single, integrated partnering framework that recognizes partner expertise, rewards the total impact partners have in the technology marketplace, and delivers more value to help partners’ businesses be successful.

More information about Computer Techniques Inc. is available on their website at http://www.ctitech.com or by calling (217) 824-6398 or toll free at (866) 2 BUY CTI.

Friday, April 22, 2005 - CTI Ground Breaking Ceremony 3/23/2005 Audio.

The ground breaking ceremony is for a 2400 square foot addition being added to our current building. This new addition will give us room for a larger tech center, a development area, and many new offices. Listen to the WTIM NewsTalk 97.3 Audio by clicking the link below.

Ground Breaking Ceremony Audio Click Here

Wednesday, March 23, 2005 - CTI Ground Breaking ceremony 3/23/2005.

Computer Techniques is pleased to announce a ground breaking ceremony today, March 23, 2005. The ground breaking ceremony is for a 2400 square foot addition being added to our current building. This new addition will give us room for a larger tech center, a development area, and many new offices.

Saturday, January 08, 2005 - Salespeople Needed!

Computer Techniques, Inc. (CTI) is searching for self-motivated salespeople. No experience necessary. Marketing skills are a plus. No computer experience necessary. Bring your resume to: Computer Techniques, Inc. 1100 Sportsman Drive Taylorville, IL 62568

Thursday, January 06, 2005 - CTI Hit's The Airwaves

Tune in to WTIM 97.3 on Tuesday, January 11th for the premier of "Tech Talk with CTI". Every Tuesday from 9:00AM to 10:00AM we'll broadcasting live on WTIM 97.3. Each Tuesday we will be covering topics from spyware to back-ups. We need your input, call us with your questions. If you can't call, send us an e-mail. Let us answer your questions. Remember to join us Tuesday's from 9:00AM to 10:00AM on 97.3 FM. We keep up with technology, so you don't have to.

Saturday, October 04, 2003 - CTI offers $500 cash prize for Internet Promotion

October is CTI's annual Internet Promotion month. This year we are asking our existing customers to help with our promotion. Since 1998 CTI has offered a free month of Internet for each person a customer refers to our service. In October, we would like to announce that there will be a cash prize of $500.00 for every customer who refers 15 or more people to our service. The cash prize is in addition to the free months of Internet you will receive for each referral. We will be posting results of the contest on our webpage along with signup sheets and flyers of CTI services. Simply write your CTI Customer ID in the bottom right hand corner of the Sign up sheet and hand them out to everyone you know who is not on CTI Internet Service. When the sign-up sheets make their way back to our office we will credit your account for one month of Internet and add the information to our website. For complete details, please see http://web.ctitech.com/InternetPromotion.asp

Saturday, October 04, 2003 - CTI celebrates 5th year anniversary.

CTI is celebrating our 5th anniversary. This year, we are hosting lunch at the park. Join us Friday, October 17th between 11:00 and 2:00 for fish, hotdogs, and potatoes. For more information please visit http://web.ctitech.com/Anniversary.asp

Friday, August 29, 2003 - CTI has temporarily blocked ICMP (ping) traffic

CTI has temporarily blocked ICMP (ping) traffic from the Internet to our network. This type of Internet traffic has increased dramatically due to the recent spread of the Welchia and Blaster worms. CTI's Wireless Internet service was down Wednesday, 8/27/03, and part of Thursday, 8/28/03 due to a massive amount of this traffic. This block should not affect normal Internet or Email operations. CTI plans to unblock this traffic when it is possible.

Monday, July 14, 2003 - CTI adds a new email server for faster delivery

Due to the increased number of unsolicited email messages, CTI has added another outgoing mail server to aid in sending mail. CTI recommends changing your outgoing mail server for faster delivery of outbound mail. Follow the link provided for step-by-step instructions to make the necessary changes. CTI urges both CTITech.com and Chipsnet.com users to follow these instructions if you experience slowness or errors. Please note that this will not change your e-mail address.

Thursday, June 05, 2003 - CTI announces new website design service.

Computer Techniques, Inc. would like to inform you that we now offer website design. CTI has acquired the services of Michelle Burge, BS in Graphic Design. Michelle offers Graphic Design work such as Logo design, Flyers, Brochures, Business Cards, Corporate Identity, Advertisements, posters, and website design. For all of your graphic needs, contact Michelle at 824-6398 or Michelle@cticomputers.com

Monday, November 11, 2002 - ICTC planned maintainance on 12/10/2002

ICTC has planned a service outage for maintainance on December 10, 2002 at 2:00 AM. This outage is expected to last one hour. All CTI Internet traffic to the Internet will be down during this time.

Friday, July 19, 2002 - CTI's "Try before you buy." Promotion is extended

CTI is offering 384k DSL for $40/month with an 18 month ICTC contract. This promotion will allow customer to receive 2 months free DSL before contract takes effect.

Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - CTI Offers DSL for $35.00/month

CTI is now offering 384k DSL for only $35.00 per month. The customer must sign an 18 month ICTC contract for this price. You must hurry! This special is only valid through May.

Thursday, March 14, 2002 - Nortel Multi-Line Phone System for Sale

CTI has a Nortel 4 line phone system with support for 16 Nortel phones. This phone system is currently configured for 3 lines and has 5 phones with it. Unit is 3 years old and was purchased for $3,600 from ICTC. We are asking $2,500. If interested, contact Adam Vocks via e-mail or @ 824-6398 x103.

Tuesday, March 12, 2002 - CTI offers free website hosting.

Computer Techniques, Inc. is proud to announce that free domain website hosting is available for all non-profit organizations. For any non-profit organizations wishing to take advantage of this special offer, please e-mail us at staff@ctitech.com.

Friday, March 01, 2002 - Finance charges assessed on overdue invoices.

In order to keep the costs of our products and services as low as possible, we have chosen to assess a monthly finance charge of 1.5% per month for invoices which are over 30 days past due. We will be implementing this charge beginning March 1st 2002. All payments for invoices over 30 days past due must be received in our office by 3:00 pm on the last business day of each month. If you have any questions regarding your account status or this notice, please don’t hesitate to call our office @ (217) 824-6398 or e-mail billing@ctitech.com. You can make payments and review your account online at www.ctitech.com/account.