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What you post on social media could be used to diagnose a medical condition
It’s well-known that Facebook watches what you post, along with an endless number of advertisers. According to recently-published research, what you post online could also help predict medical conditions you may or may not be aware of.
Great news! You have a new way to listen to my show
I’ve been on the radio for more than 20 years, and earlier this year I expanded to a global audience with The Kim Komando Show airing on Bloomberg TV. Now, I’m coming to your living room, bedroom and kitchen so you can listen to my show whenever you want, wherever you are.
Be careful! These major companies are not protecting your personal data
What does a major national newspaper, a cruise line and a hotel giant all have in common? Sadly, they are among a group of companies being dinged for not doing enough to protect your personal data. In fact, according to a new report, they make up the lowest of the low in terms of privacy. We’ll share a new list of privacy offenders and tell you how to keep your critical information protected.
Searching for a business using Google Maps? How to tell fake from legit listings
Maybe your air conditioning has gone out on a 100-degree day, or a water pipe has burst. Either way, you need to find a repair business in a hurry. But before calling the first one that pops up through your Google search, do a little research because it could be one of the millions of fake listings.
One common mistake cord cutters make
Cable TV is starting to go the way of the landline. But that doesn’t mean people have stopped watching movies and TV shows. We’re just doing it differently.
Cord cutting has become a buzzphrase in many households, and not only because streaming services offer your favorite shows and original programming. Done right, cord cutting can save you some serious money.
Google Chrome now lets you flag scam websites
On the internet, nothing is as it seems. A number of hackers and cybercriminals are deploying sketchy websites that look exactly like their trusted counterparts — albeit with some subtle, hard-to-notice differences. One mistake in typing the URL and you could end up with spyware on your computer, your personal data leaked on the dark web, or worse! But tech companies aren’t taking this trend lying down, and Google is helping users fight back with some cool new features for Chrome. I’ll show you what they do, and how you can get your hands on them.
Get matched with the perfect streaming service with this interactive site
Cutting the cord could wind up being more expensive than cable if you don’t know how to do it right. That’s because, with so many great streaming services to choose from, you might end up going over budget by signing up for too many. Luckily, we’ve found a cool site that not only takes you through the process of cutting the cord but also helps you find the package that’s right for you.
Robocall revenge: How some consumers are fighting back (and you can too)
Life in the 2010s is more convenient than ever, but one thing that has absolutely gotten worse in recent years is robocalls. Despite how pervasive they are, there’s no reason to let scammers continue harassing people. Ordinary consumers are starting to fight back against unwanted robocallers — and some of them are even hacking the scammers themselves! What’s more, some big-name tech companies are joining the fight against robocalls to help even the playing field once and for all. Learn about the latest updates in the war on robocalls, as well as some tricks you can use to stop them.
Hacker steals financial data from online food delivery service - check your accounts
Year to date, billions of records have been exposed in various data breaches. They impact every type of business and organization, from retailers to government agencies. Now, one hacker says he’s breached nearly 50 companies including a popular food delivery service.
5 hidden Microsoft Word tricks that will make you stand up and cheer
Everyone recognizes Microsoft Word for what it is: a word processing platform. What most don’t realize is all of the incredible tools and features it comes with. Microsoft Word has evolved over the years and can now be used for much more than just writing documents. Here are five hidden tricks that will really up your Word game.