Rick's Daily Tips

Q&A: Will I need a new modem if I upgrade to faster Internet?

Posted on November 8, 2023

Question from Rod: I received a flyer in the mail from Xfinity saying everyone in my area now has the option to upgrade our Internet service to 1200Mbps with virtually no increase in the monthly charges.

I’d love to do that because that would be a huge increase from the 200Mbps I’m getting now, but I can’t afford to buy a new modem.

I bought the modem I have now four years ago and it’s still working great.

My question is will I need to buy a new modem in order to get the full 1200Mbps speed that comes with this new plan? [Read more…]

Q&A: Should I pay extra to double the RAM in a new PC?

Posted on November 8, 2023

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Question from Sarah: I’m getting ready to order this new laptop from Amazon and I have a question about it.

This laptop comes with 16GB of RAM but I can get the same machine with 32GB for about $50 more.

Do you think it’s worth paying an extra $50 to double the RAM? Will I even need 32GB? [Read more…]

Should you upgrade your current computer or buy a new one?

Posted on November 8, 2023

Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter

There comes a time when every computer owner realizes that their current computer just isn’t up to the task of working with the latest hardware and software.

When we reach that conclusion we must inevitably make a choice between upgrading and buying a new computer.

In my opinion there are only five possible upgrades that really make sense given the historically low prices of new computers these days: [Read more…]

Navigating Overdraft Protection: Finding the right bank for your needs

Posted on November 8, 2023

You’ve been there: that awful moment when you realize you’ve spent more than what’s in your bank account. Overdraft fees can add up quickly, making a bad situation worse. But some banks offer better options than others.

Finding the best bank for overdraft protection can be a game-changer. This article will guide you through the whole process, from understanding overdraft protection to tips for finding a bank that fits your needs. [Read more…]

How to restore the hidden right-click options in Windows 11

Posted on November 7, 2023

Are you a long-time Windows user who is now using Windows 11?

If so, you might have noticed how Microsoft has hidden some of the most useful options from the right-click menu in Windows 11, forcing you to click Show more options in order to access them.

This is one of those changes that makes me wonder just what they were thinking when they decided to make them. [Read more…]