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PlumChoice Expands Remote Service Offering with New Personal Electronics, Home Theatre and Network Solutions

New Service Options Give Consumers More Ways to Find The Right Tech Help

BEDFORD, Mass., December 13, 2006 — PlumChoice (www.plumchoice.com), the nation’s leader in remote PC services for the home, home office and small business, introduced today a wider array of remote service offerings with simple, no-surprises, flat-rate pricing. With eight new PlumChoice offerings and 16 service options in total, consumers now have unprecedented flexibility and choice when looking for just the right online support for any given technology set up, training or repair need.

“Remote services has evolved to the point where we can deliver fast and effective support on virtually any home tech gadget -- right over the Internet,” said Ted Werth, CEO of PlumChoice. “From MP3 Player setup and training to secure wireless network configuration to TV remote control unit programming, we offer a service package that makes it easy for consumers to get the technology help they need.”

In addition to the company’s “pay-per-minute” SmartMinutes service option, PlumChoice now provides the industry’s broadest selection of tailored remote service packages, including (but not limited to):

  • PC Diagnostic $24.95 – Identifies problem areas, causes to common symptoms and provides recommendations for repair.
  • Software Installation $29.95 – Installs, sets up and configures any software application.
  • Network Security Setup $39.95 - Provides configuration, security and firewall setup for a PC and other network devices to secure the home network.
  • New PC Setup $44.95 - Sets up and configures a secure environment for a new computer.
  • MP3/Satellite Radio Setup $49.95 - Quickly and easily sets up a new MP3 player, plus satellite radio. Service includes training on usage and navigation.
  • Peripheral/Device Setup $49.95 – Set up and configuration for a new peripheral, device, gadget or mobile technology.
  • Harmony Remote Setup $49.95 – Installation, set up and training on the new Harmony home entertainment Remote.
  • Wireless Network Setup $79.95 – Set up and configuration of a secure home wireless network. Includes up to 2 PCs.
  • Spyware & Virus Removal $99.95 - Quickly locates and remove spyware, adware, viruses and other online threats from a PC.
  • Digital Video Setup & Training $129.95 – Covers setup, configuration and training on a new digital video camera.
  • PC SmartPlan $24.95/month - A monthly subscription plan with unlimited online computer support, automated backup, software security suite and remote monitoring for 24/7 protection.

These service packages are available immediately through www.plumchoice.com. The nation’s trusted leader in remote PC & technology support, PlumChoice provides highly-effective and convenient help 24/7 by accessing consumers’ computers through a high-speed Internet connection to view, configure, demonstrate and repair everything from laptops to wireless networks, digital cameras, and MP3 players.

About PlumChoice

Founded in 2001, PlumChoice is the nation's leader in providing premium online computer support for the home, home office and small business market. The company continues to raise the bar on customer satisfaction and service for the PC services industry. PlumChoice combines the latest innovations in remote desktop technology with a proven online delivery methodology to offer the easiest and most effective range of remote support services on the market. PlumChoice has demonstrated that its remote support services beat in-home service alternatives eight out of 10 times when it comes to customer satisfaction, speed, convenience, effectiveness, cost and security. PlumChoice's services are also available through Circuit City stores and Firedog. For more information, visit www.plumchoice.com or call 1-888-PLUM-HELP (1-888-758-6435).