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Q&A: What does the term ‘bottleneck’ mean?

Posted on May 28, 2026

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Question from Alvin: I recently retired after working for the same construction company for 43 years.

Now I’d like to take up something new to occupy all this free time that I suddenly have to fill.

I’ve always wanted to learn about computers so I’ve started reading a few tech blogs, and RicksDailyTips is one of them (thanks to my brother Keith for recommending it).

I’m not tech savvy by any stretch (I hope to change that eventually) but I do believe I’m progressing ok for an older dude who still uses a flip phone.

There’s a term that keeps popping up in the articles I read that I just can’t seem to get my head around. Can you tell me what the word “bottleneck” means in regards to computers? [Read more…]

Tech upgrades small businesses shouldn’t keep putting off

Posted on May 26, 2026

Has your team lost time recently waiting on a slow page to load or resetting a forgotten keyword? Is this an often-occurring event? Time lost means money lost. If you are running a growing business, small operational issues can quickly become quite the profit killer.

Many businesses just patch-fix tech issues, thinking it is an unnecessary expense to do a complete tech overhaul. What many don’t realize is that core infrastructure is a direct investment in your sanity and your bottom line. [Read more…]

Q&A: How on earth do you remember all this tech stuff?

Posted on April 20, 2026

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Question from Marie: You never cease to amaze me, Rick. It seems like you have an answer for every question that people ask of you.

How on earth do you remember all the obscure and complicated tech stuff that we’re always asking you about? Do you have a photographic memory or something? [Read more…]

Managing technology growth without creating system fragility

Posted on January 23, 2026

Technology growth inside organizations happens through accumulation rather than singular transformation. New tools, platforms, users, and integrations arrive gradually, often in response to immediate operational needs.

As such, this layered expansion changes how systems behave, how data moves, and how failures propagate. Managing growth requires attention to structure, dependencies, and oversight rather than focusing solely on functionality or speed of deployment. [Read more…]

Maintain a secure network with these tech-based protection tips

Posted on September 4, 2025

A secure network is critical. From personal devices to business infrastructures, the risks of cyberattacks, data breaches, and unauthorized access are rising at alarming rates.

Hackers are becoming more sophisticated, targeting individuals and organizations through methods like phishing, malware, ransomware, and network intrusions.

The consequences of a weak or poorly protected network can be devastating, leading to financial loss, compromised data, and damaged reputations. Advancements in technology have made it possible to establish stronger defenses and adopt strategies that minimize risks. [Read more…]