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Q&A: Which is better, Wi-FI or a wired Ethernet connection?

Posted on October 19, 2025

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Question from Kalin:  I really love your blog Rick, especially how you answer people’s tech questions.

I know that most of the questions you answer are practical in nature but mine is somewhat theoretical so I hope you won’t mind answering it for me.

The question is this: If you have a choice, do you prefer using a wired Ethernet connection or Wi-FI to connect to the Internet?  [Read more…]

Q&A: How can I find out how much data each app on my PC is using?

Posted on September 28, 2025

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Question from Gary:  My ISP has notified me that I have exceeded the monthly data allotment for my Internet plan and that I might have to pay extra this month.

I don’t understand this because I only use the Internet for about 1 to 2 hours per day and I don’t do much streaming at all other than watching an occasional YouTube video.

I only have one computer using my WiFi connection. No phones or tablets use WiFi, just this one computer. There is nothing connected via a wired connection either.

I’m hoping you can help me find out what’s using all that data?  [Read more…]

Q&A: Would using a powerline networking adapter make my Internet faster?

Posted on September 27, 2025

Question from Jamey:  Hi Rick. I hope you can answer a question for me.

My Internet is a lot slower than it should be. I’m supposed to be getting 200 Megs for downloads but according to SpeedTest.net it’s only about 6 Megs even with my desktop computer connected directly to the modem.

Nothing else is connected at all to the Internet at all, not even with WiFi.  [Read more…]

Digital Detox: Why unplugging is essential for mental health and addiction recovery

Posted on September 23, 2025

Addiction recovery, also known as addiction rehabilitation, is the process in which an individual learns different methods and mechanisms of coping with their addiction and its effects, including withdrawing from the substance and maintaining this throughout their recovery journey.

Addictions recovery generally has three stages: detoxification, therapy/treatment, and aftercare.

Each stage covers a different aspect of recovery, ranging from stabilizing an individual’s physical health through a detox session, treating their mental health through therapy, and then helping this to be maintained in the long-term through a strong aftercare program.  [Read more…]

SiteGround Alternative: Who Offers Better Speed & Reliability?

Posted on August 20, 2025

When choosing a web host, site owners focus on speed, uptime, technical resources, and support. SiteGround has been a known player, but GreenGeeks has earned strong recommendations from user tests, recent industry benchmarks, and public data.

This analysis reviews factual comparisons from verified sources to show where GreenGeeks holds an edge and why it is the preferred choice for speed and reliability.  

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