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7 tips and tricks you didn't know you could do with Gmail

At this point in time it’s safe to assume that most people have a Gmail account — and if you don’t, what are you waiting for?

One issue that could be causing your hesitation to sign up for a Google account is how the company tracks your every move. The good news is there are some settings that you can change to take some of your privacy back. Tap or click here to find out how.

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Dell's new monitors prove working from home is here to stay

Thanks to the pandemic, many of us have been working remotely for the past year. That work from home shift has meant that most of our normal, in-person meetings have been traded for video calls.

There’s a good chance we’ll still heavily utilize video conferencing to meet with clients and coworkers well after the pandemic. Companies have realized the benefits of letting employees work remotely and many are opting to keep this new setup. Tap or click here for top work from home jobs.

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Staring at a screen all day? The trick to preventing painful eye strain

If you work on a computer all day long, you know the physical stress it can put on you. Sitting in a chair in front of a computer and typing for hours on end can cause all sorts of health issues, including carpal tunnel syndrome and back problems.

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Scam alert: PayPal account 'limited,' phishing text claims

Another day, another phishing scam. If it seems like we’re dealing with a huge influx of scams right now, you’re right. We are.

Email and web-related scams skyrocketed at the start of the pandemic, and they’re still going strong. Tap or click here for ways scammers are using COVID vaccines to get you. Add in the other recent types of schemes, like shopping and IRS scams, and it’s clear that cybercriminals have been working overtime.

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Free alternatives to Netflix to stream TV shows and movies

Well, 182 million people can’t be wrong. That’s how many people subscribe to streaming video service Netflix each month. 

If you are one of them, you’re using a streaming media player, smart TV, phone, or computer to watch a lot of good content. Stuff like “Stranger Things” and “Ozark” are super popular. Tap or click here for ways to make binge-watching Netflix even easier.

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Here's why you shouldn't buy an Amazon Echo right now

Virtual assistants will revolutionize your home and you’ll wonder how you ever managed to get through your day without one. If you don’t have a smart speaker yet, you might be surprised to find out just how much they can actually do.

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Scientists say these foods could help fight COVID-19 infection

We’re a few days into 2021 and the COVID-19 pandemic is still raging on. Vaccines have started rolling out to healthcare and frontline workers, but it will likely be a few months, if not more before it’s available to the general public.

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Our top 5 tech predictions for 2021

Tech is a strange beast. In some instances, it can seem painfully static. In others, it forges ahead at lightspeed without skipping a beat.

Since we’ve just begun a new year, you’re probably looking for ways to become a better you. There are plenty of tech items out there that can help you keep your resolutions and kick those bad practices you’ve wanted to get rid of. Tap or click here for 15 things to help kick bad habits.

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You have to see these robots dance to a classic hit

Boston Dynamics had the public in awe a few years ago with the creation of various robots — especially its robotic dog Spot.

Lacking a discernible head or tail and painted bright yellow, it didn’t exactly look like a dog. But Spot’s movement and reactions were unnervingly accurate to a live animal. Tap or click here to see the adorable creature in action.

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Change this privacy setting in Google to share less of your data

You have tons of options when it comes to email services. It can be tough to narrow down which one works best for you — especially since they all offer different features.

Gmail has been the go-to for many thanks to an easy-to-navigate interface and simple chat feature. But while Gmail may be one of the top email choices, Google is notorious for collecting tons of user data. This massive tech company tracks almost everything users do, search for or use.

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