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Rick’s Daily Pick: Sperry Instruments GFI6302 GFCI Outlet / Receptacle Tester

Posted on January 13, 2026

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My “Pick” for today is this super-handy Sperry Instruments GFI6302 GFCI Outlet / Receptacle Tester.

Are the electrical outlets in your home wired correctly and safe to use? If not, your surge protectors and battery backup devices won’t work as they should.

This little gem will tell you right away if one or more of your outlets has a problem that needs to be fixed.

Click here to check out the Sperry Instruments GFI6302 GFCI Outlet / Receptacle Tester at Amazon.

Picture of the Day: “Fall in Southwestern Virginia”

Posted on January 13, 2026

Today’s POTD features the beautiful scenery you’ll see while driving US Route 58 between Damascus, Virginia and the nearby mountain community of Konnarock when the autumn leaves are at peak color. I hope you like it.

Have lots of treasured photos of your own that you’d love to display in your home but you have limited wall space? A digital picture frame (#ad) is an excellent solution. Check them out!

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Monthly Tech Giveaway – January 2026

Posted on December 31, 2025

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January’s winner will receive a fantastic Ecoflow DELTA 2 Portable 1024Wh Power Station.

This will keep your computer or CPAP machine plus a few other small essential devices powered up for hours during extended power outages.

All subscribers to the Standard edition of my Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter have an equal chance to win.

Premium subscribers have two chances to win (their email addresses are added to the “pot” twice).

Not a subscriber? Just enter your email address in the sign-up form on this page.

Once subscribed you’ll be eligible to win each month’s drawing – starting with this month. Better yet, opt for a Premium subscription for double the chance to win!

The drawing for this month’s prize will be held on January 31 and the winner will be notified by email. The winner will be selected at random.

Good luck!

SEO Funnel Strategy: From Traffic to Conversions

Posted on January 13, 2026

SEO in 2026 ain’t what it used to be. Back in the day, you could just stuff some keywords, snag a few random backlinks, and call it a day. But the game has changed, fam. We aren’t just chasing clicks anymore; we’re chasing resolutions.

With AI Overviews (SGE) taking up prime real estate and Google basically becoming an answer engine instead of just a search engine, your funnel strategy needs a serious vibe check. [Read more…]

Q&A: How do I wire two switches to control one light fixture?

Posted on January 13, 2026

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Question from Dewey: Hi Rick. I have a wiring question that I hope you can help me with.

I want to install a light fixture on my back porch and use two switches to turn it on and off. One switch will be located outside on the porch and the other switch will be on the inside wall next to the door.

My question is how do I wire this up so that either switch will control the light without having to touch the other switch? [Read more…]

The hidden cost of disconnected systems in treatment and corrections programs

Posted on January 13, 2026

In many treatment and corrections programs, a single task can take far longer than it should. A staff member may need one system to check attendance, another to write notes, and a third to confirm a client’s plan. None of these tools speak to each other.

Over time, this way of working becomes routine. People stop questioning it because it feels normal. Yet the strain shows up every day—in rushed documentation, delayed decisions, and growing frustration among staff.

What often goes unnoticed is that these issues are not caused by people or policies. They come from systems that were never designed to work together. The real cost of this disconnect does not always appear on budgets or reports. It shows up in lost time, missed details, and uneven care. Understanding this hidden cost is the first step toward fixing problems that many programs quietly struggle with. [Read more…]

Teen fantasy adventures available in digital format on Z-Library

Posted on January 13, 2026

Teen fantasy has a way of pulling readers into wild worlds where ordinary rules slip away and imagination holds the steering wheel. Stories grow brighter when they can be reached with ease and digital shelves make that possible in a heartbeat.

Z Library offers this kind of open door for anyone seeking tales filled with heroics danger and wonder.

Among fans of bold quests and magical twists one idea keeps surfacing. Those who like exploring new ideas often find z library satisfying because it sets up a space where curiosity can roam free without walls. Teen fantasy thrives when it feels alive and digital access keeps stories close even when real life gets loud. Fresh sagas wait around every corner and each new file carries a spark that pushes readers into deeper territory. [Read more…]