The lunacy of social media management

Open/download audioFacebook’s bad decisions never fail to surprise me. The social media giant decides what users can and can’t post on its various platforms, and sometimes the results leave me scratching my head.

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Don't fall for this Facebook hoax that's making the rounds again

It bears repeating that Facebook is one of the top hubs for disinformation on the web. A perfect example of how hoaxes flourish on Facebook is the re-emergence of a classic bit of fake news. A viral post claims that starting “tomorrow,” Facebook now owns every bit of content that you’ve posted. If you’re any bit familiar with Facebook’s privacy policy, you’ll know the story doesn’t hold up, but we’re debunking this hoax here so you can spend less time worrying and more time socializing!

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How to remove your personal data from broker sites and protect your privacy online

You might be shocked to see how much of your personal info is floating around online. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. We’ll show you how to keep your private information locked down and how to remove it from data broker sites that store and sell your details.

Yes, now there are actual flamethrowers you can attach to drones

Drones are one of those inventions that people from 20 years ago would have never seen coming. Sure, many of us anticipated robots to be present in some form, but nobody could have expected that they’d be able to fly. Now, for the first time, drones will be able to do something for ordinary consumers that they’ve never been able to do officially: shoot fire. Is our society really ready for flying, flame-spitting robots? Or is the whole thing bound to crash and burn?

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How the 'happiest place on earth' tracks guests and makes money from your data

Does the thought of your every movement being tracked creep you out? If you visit “The Happiest Place On Earth,” it’s happening. Disney is collecting data on guests who visit its amusement parks. We’ll tell you how they do it without drawing the consumer backlash that has hit other companies like Google and Facebook.

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The new Komando Community is here! Join to get exclusive access to all things Kim Komando

Kim has been secretly planning something big for her audience, and she’s very excited to announce it’s here! If you’re tired of ad-filled social media, and you want a safe place where you can meet people with similar interests, you are going to love Komando Community.

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New ways AT&T, Sprint, Verizon & T-Mobile are taking on robocalls

In the ongoing battle against robocalls, mobile phone carriers are making changes to try and help consumers stop the assaults. Unfortunately, no matter what these companies do the fight against robocalls is a losing battle. Criminals always find new ways to beat the system.

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Bluetooth flaw allows hackers to track your devices

New research has found that in some devices a flaw in how Bluetooth functions could allow hackers to track you. That turns your Bluetooth into a wide-open door that lets hackers gobble up sensitive personal data. Read this article to find out what’s going on and how to protect your devices from this flaw.

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How to spot spy cameras in your vacation rental: Common hiding places | DIY Security

We’ve all heard stories of people finding hidden cameras in vacation rentals. If you’ve ditched hotels and prefer to book accommodations through sites like Airbnb and VRBO, how do you ensure your privacy isn’t being violated? In this DIY Security tip, Kim reveals common hiding places for surveillance cameras, plus shows you how sneaky hosts could conceal monitoring devices.

How can I delete a bunch of contacts from my iPhone at one time?

As convenient as the iPhone is, there are a few areas of the device that leave many people scratching their heads. Contacts, for example, is a major point of contention. There has to be an easier way to delete multiple contacts at once, right? Well, there are a couple of ways to tackle this problem, but Apple doesn’t make it obvious. If you’re ready to finally tidy up your address book, we’re breaking down the top tricks to get your contacts looking squeaky clean.

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Get a Global Entry card for $100 and ease international travel

If you travel often, you’ve likely run into several frustrating aspects of international travel. One, of course, is using a passport to get in and out of the country. Not only is the simple act of obtaining a passport typically frustrating, but so is actively using it to either enter your destination country or returning home.

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