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Tech tip: Speed up your Windows or Mac’s startup the easy way

May 8, 2021 By 1

Remember back when you bought your computer? It was blazing fast, started up as soon as you hit the power button, and everything was clean and tidy.If your machine is a few years old, it’s taken a lot … [Read more...] about Tech tip: Speed up your Windows or Mac’s startup the easy way

May 1, 2021 By 1

Maybe you’ve set aside your stash of pandemic disinfectant wipes, but that doesn't mean you should ignore your tech. Germs, dirt, grime, and dust settle into every nook and cranny. If you don’t do … [Read more...] about The best way to clean all the dirt and grime off your tech

April 24, 2021 By 1

Most gadgets don't come with a user manual that spells out every single feature. We learn them by doing, when someone spills the beans, or asking, "How'd you do that?"For example, no one thinks to … [Read more...] about 15 tech tips you won’t find in a user manual

April 17, 2021 By 1

After a year mostly spent at home channeling Marie Kondo, I bet you're like me, and every drawer, closet, and room is organized. Now, let’s tackle your digital life.Start with Google search results. … [Read more...] about 7 useful tools for a quick and easy digital spring cleaning

April 10, 2021 By 1

There are countless hackers, data-hungry companies, developers, advertisers, and snoops on the hunt for your information.In some cases, it’s for nefarious purposes, like clearing your bank account. … [Read more...] about Quick privacy fixes: 3 changes to make ASAP before it’s too late

April 10, 2021 By 1

There's nothing like a brand-new computer. It's fast, it's uncluttered, and it's a joy to use.Fast forward a few months, and you're looking at a bunch of junk on your desktop and folders loaded with … [Read more...] about 5 new Windows 10 tricks you’ll wish you knew before now

April 6, 2021 By 1

The Start menu is a Windows mainstay, introduced with Windows 95. If you want to find a file, launch an app, or put your PC to sleep, it’s your go-to spot.For a lot of tasks, you can also use handy … [Read more...] about How to get rid of all the junk in your Windows 10 Start menu

April 5, 2020 By Kim Komando

Beware of scams related to the stimulus checks being sent to U.S. households, Kim Komando warns. (Getty)Each week, I receive tons of questions from my listeners about tech concerns, new … [Read more...] about Stimulus check scams, sanitize food deliveries, spying bosses and more : Tech Q&Aspying bosses and more : Tech Q&A

April 4, 2020 By Kim Komando

Imagine if this pandemic had happened 10 or 15 years ago when the internet, along with our population, wasn’t as adept as it is today. Thankfully, we have tremendous tools at our fingertips that allow … [Read more...] about 7 incredibly useful sites you might not know about to get things done during this pandemic

Get all the latest news on coronavirus and more delivered daily to your inbox. Sign up here.As Americans turn to technology to get them through coronavirus-induced lockdowns, 93 percent say that any … [Read more...] about Americans say Internet or cell phone service interruption amid coronavirus would be a problem