4 free alternatives to Microsoft Word

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Looking for a word processor? In this one-minute podcast, I’ll share four free programs that can get you writing in no time.

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Stop sharing your real phone number with everyone

How many people and companies have your phone number if you had to guess? Maybe a hundred? Think again.

Want to be shocked? Your cellphone and landline number (if you still have one) are probably posted online where I found mine — at a people search site that doesn’t cost a dime. Tap or click here for sites that let you search for phone numbers.

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What is the sharpest object in the world?

The sharpest object in the world is not a knife or razor blade. It’s a tiny, needle-like tip made of a single carbon atom. But this incredible tool is not used to cut things. Instead, it’s used to do something you may not have thought was possible.

Put your phone away - The best standalone GPS trackers for your car

Getting stuck in the middle of nowhere is a nightmare, and even thinking about it sends a surge of anxiety through your head. What if you get stuck, and nobody knows where you are? Tap or click here for three map apps better than Google if you have multiple stops.

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Check fraud is skyrocketing - How to protect yourself

Cybercriminals often use sophisticated technology to trick people into giving up their personal details or banking information. But some crooks prefer using older, less technologically advanced methods that still work. Tap or click for more information about an Amazon phishing scheme stealing passwords.

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The world's strongest magnet

Have you ever seen a magnet so strong that it could lift a car? Well, get ready to be amazed! The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory’s “pulsed field magnet” can generate a magnetic field over 3,000 times stronger than a typical refrigerator magnet. So how powerful is this thing, and what can we do with it?

Keep an eye on your property with our top 5 outdoor camera picks

Porch pirates and horrible neighbors can be found anywhere, so you should always keep an eye on your home.

We chose five excellent outdoor cameras you should use to monitor your home, pet areas, garage or shed. Tap or click here for the latest SimpliSafe HD outdoor camera.

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There's a hidden trackpad on your iPhone - Here's how to use it

Your smartphone comes with enough cool features to keep you entertained for hours at a time. But there are probably hidden features built into your device that you don’t even know about. Tap or click for 10 new iPhone tricks you’ll use all the time.

Best budget yard tools that get the job done

It’s almost time to start mowing every Sunday (yeah, we’re not thrilled about it either). Between the garden, bushes, grass and everything else in your yard, you deserve some high-powered tools to help you get the job done that don’t wreak havoc on your bank account. We’ve compiled a list of affordable tools to help get the job done.

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Have a DJI drone? Beware of this serious security flaw

Drones are complex devices and need to have their firmware updated often. Sometimes this adds more features. On other occasions, it’s desperately needed to plug security flaws.

Read on to see how a flaw can bring down your DJI drone and expose your location.

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9 million AT&T customer accounts breached - Is your data included?

Over 9 million AT&T customers have been notified of a data breach exposing their data shared with the company. Those that use its services have likely received an alert detailing the attack. We recommend checking your inbox to see if you’ve gotten the message.

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