You know most Mechanics get paid better than computer Techs.
THe surplus of tech people Willing to work cheep, has driven the wages down over the past 7 years, (at least here on the East Coast) ALso computer Tech does not require a degree.
With that said there are plenty of other High Tech jobs that do require a degree and pay better. but you have to watch out for loosing your job to outsourcing.
Good luck with the cartoonist/author that takes requires all those skills I do not have, Like proper grammar, spelling and drawing.
monty