Rick's Daily Tips

Q&A: Can spilling something on a keyboard damage the entire computer?

Posted on December 9, 2023

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Question from Kayla: I spilled a large glass of coke all over my keyboard.

After I saw what I had done I immediately unplugged the power cable from the computer and disconnected the keyboard from the USB port.

I’m not worried about the keyboard since they’re so cheap, but it’s the tower that has me worried.

Do you think I can just buy a new keyboard and plug it in or do you recommend having the computer checked out by a repair shop first to make sure it’s not damaged? [Read more…]

3 great ways to send someone an Amazon Gift Card

Posted on December 9, 2023

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You’ve probably seen Amazon gift cards for sale at department stores, grocery stores and other local retailers.

Chances are you have actually bought one of them to give away as a gift. Gift cards really do make great gifts, especially at this time of year.

It’s easy just hand the recipient to someone in person, but what if you want to give one to someone that lives somewhere far away? [Read more…]

How to set up a new Windows PC (the right way)

Posted on December 7, 2023

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Buying a new computer is exciting, but setting it up once you get it home can be a real pain.

And if you don’t set it up correctly, you can open yourself up to having some real problems down the road.

I’ve been setting up new PCs for close to three decades, and during that time I’ve developed a simple step-by-step procedure that’ll have you up and running with your new computer as quickly a possible while avoiding the mistakes that come back to haunt so many others. [Read more…]

Are SCs small businesses missing out on Digital Marketing opportunities?

Posted on December 7, 2023

While digital marketing has far surpassed traditional campaigns in recent years, it’s no secret that simply having a website and paying for Google ads and PPC models are no longer viable as standalone efforts.

As consumer sentiment is an ever-changing thing, it is imperative for businesses to keep up to date with the latest trends and market their goods and services in the right ways for maximum reach and ROI. [Read more…]