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Maintenance service of electronic consumers

Technical support, commonly shortened as tech support, is a form of customer service provided to assist users in resolving problems with products such as consumer electronics and software. Technical support is typically delivered through call centers, online chat, and email services. In addition, many companies operate online forums or discussion boards where customers can provide peer-to-peer assistance, a practice shown to reduce the workload and costs of formal support channels. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: Technical supportA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Using Task Support Requirements during Socio-Technical Systems DesignInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Course ILTThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: In Support of Technical EclecticismCited 87 times
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📖 Definitions

Noun A range of services providing assistance with technology such as televisions, computers, and software, typically aiming to help the user with a specific problem.

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  2. Artificial intelligence and labor impact
  3. Multi-level tech support
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🏆 Landmark papers (most cited)

🆕 Influential since 2022

📚 Books worth reading

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