Solo Tech Life with Carey Holzman (EP 972)
Carey Holzman joins me to trace his journey from TRS‑80s and dishwashers to building one of the best‑known PC repair channels on YouTube. We dig into staying solo, dealing with “since you’re here” clients, navigating Windows updates, and why remote access changed everything for small IT shops.
Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs) · Carey Holzman
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Show Notes
This episode is part nostalgia tour, part masterclass in running an IT business that actually fits your life. From TRS‑80s and BBS days to Zero Trust World and modern MSP tools, Carey and I connect the dots between old‑school troubleshooting and today’s cybersecurity and remote support reality.
Why Listen
- Hear Carey’s origin story, from fixing a clogged dishwasher to authoring The Healthy PC and landing a national radio gig.
- See how the evolution of the internet, Wi‑Fi, smartphones, and broadband shifted the entire IT services model.
- Get a live walkthrough of an IP‑KVM setup and why BIOS‑level remote access is a game‑changer for techs.
- Compare solo‑shop “boutique MSP” approaches to large managed services providers and decide what fits you.
- Learn how tools like ThreatLocker, TruGrid, and NetAlly fit into a Zero Trust and remote‑first support strategy.
- Pick up practical advice on handling user fears about updates, SSDs, and the never‑ending security headlines.
Mentioned in the Show
Mentioned in the Show
- Backblaze: https://www.backblaze.com
- Computer America (radio show): https://www.computeramerica.com
- The Healthy PC: Preventive Care and Home Remedies for Your Computer: https://amzn.to/4lzCubx
- JetKVM: https://jetkvm.com
- Tailscale: https://tailscale.com
Guest (Carey Holzman)
Carey Holzman is a veteran PC repair technician, author, and content creator known for showing everyday users how to build and maintain PCs the right way. He got his start in the 1980s tinkering with TRS‑80s, Atari systems, and early IBM‑compatible PCs, eventually turning that curiosity into a full‑time repair business and a long‑running presence in the tech community.
Carey co‑authored The Healthy PC: Preventive Care and Home Remedies for Your Computer, served as a co‑host on the nationally syndicated Computer America radio show, and now runs a popular YouTube channel where he live‑streams PC builds, troubleshooting sessions, and practical advice for technicians and enthusiasts.
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CareyHolzman
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/careyholzman
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