Category: Tech News

  • Lithgow Is Open for Business — So Why Aren’t You Stopping?

    By now you’ve probably heard about Victoria Pass. If you haven’t, here’s the short version: the Great Western Highway between Lithgow and Mount Victoria is closed — not partially, not one lane — fully closed, with no confirmed end date. Transport for NSW found that the 200-year-old Mitchell’s Causeway has some fairly serious structural issues,…

  • Games I Haven’t Played Yet — But Really, Really Want To

    Games I Haven’t Played Yet — But Really, Really Want To

    The Honest Disclaimer Right, full transparency before we get into this: I haven’t played any of these. Not a single one. What I have done is watched enough playthroughs, read enough reviews, and spent enough time on Twitch to have Very Strong Opinions about games I technically have no business reviewing. So this isn’t a…

  • You Don’t Need to Be “Tech Savvy” to Learn Technology

    “I’m just not good with technology.” If we had a dollar for every time we heard that in the shop, we’d probably have… well, a lot more RAM in our demo computers. Here’s the truth:You don’t need to be “tech savvy” to use modern technology. You just need someone who can explain it in a…

  • Samsung have a Virus?

    If an ad pops up on your Samsung claiming you have a virus, take a breath — in Lithgow we see this all the time at Lithgeek and the Monkey Bar Help Desk. In most cases, it’s not a real virus. It’s a scare tactic designed to make you panic, click, install something, or call…

  • Looking for a PC Shop Near You? Lithgow’s Lithgeek Is Your Local Go-To

    If you’re searching for a “PC shop near me” around Lithgow, Katoomba, Bathurst, Dubbo, or Orange, you’re in luck. Welcome to Lithgeek, your friendly local tech hub at 85 Main Street, Lithgow—where custom-built gaming rigs, honest advice, and geek culture collide. Why Choose Lithgeek?Unlike big-box retailers, we don’t just sell PCs—we craft them. Whether you’re a casual gamer or planning your…

  • Grand Re-Opening October 2024!

    Grand Re-Opening October 2024!

    Grand Re-Opening October 2024! Lithgow Technology Services + MacMason = LithGeek! Serving the greater Blue Mountains and gateway to the rural west of NSW – and beyond – LithGeek provides bespoke retail, repair and computer literacy training for all tech levels and interests.  From teaching elders how to spot and avoid scams to custom-building high-end…

  • Tech Classes for Adults and Seniors

    Tech Classes for Adults and Seniors

    In today’s fast-paced digital world, it’s never too late to learn something new, especially when it comes to mastering technology. That’s why our neighbors, MacMason Training and Repairs, are offering a golden opportunity for adults and seniors to dive into the digital age headfirst with their specialized tech classes. Located right next door to us,…

  • My Digital 2024 Goals

    As someone with ADHD, making and sticking to New Year’s resolutions can be a challenge. However, I’m eager to outline some personal and professional goals for 2024, especially in areas where technology intersects with my passions and work. Embracing AI in Business Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often misunderstood, sometimes feared, even by those who might…