Tech Tips & How-Tos

March 3, 2021


10 under $20: Helpful products you didn’t know you needed We could all use a little retail therapy now and then, but it helps to know what's out there. Rather than buying something on impulse, you can spend your hard-earned money on useful products without breaking the bank. Check out our list of top 10 products for under $20. Tap or click here for 10 excellent items that won't break the bank. →	How to keep what you do online private with just one click Scammers, malware, spyware, trackers, advertisers ... it can all take a toll on our security and peace of mind online. When you open up your computer to get something done or browse the web, you need to be able to know there isn't someone watching over your (virtual) shoulder. Tap or click for the essential download for staying secure online. →

10 under $20: Helpful products you didn’t know you needed

We could all use a little retail therapy now and then, but it helps to know what's out there. Rather than buying something on impulse, you can spend your hard-earned money on useful products without breaking the bank. Check out our list of top 10 products for under $20.

Tap or click here for 10 excellent items that won't break the bank. →

How to keep what you do online private with just one click

Scammers, malware, spyware, trackers, advertisers ... it can all take a toll on our security and peace of mind online. When you open up your computer to get something done or browse the web, you need to be able to know there isn't someone watching over your (virtual) shoulder.

Tap or click for the essential download for staying secure online. →

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Taxes and the pandemic: New rules to watch out for

It’s tax time. Get ready for hair-pulling, nail-biting and double-checking numbers so you don’t upset the IRS. Luckily, I’m here with everything you need to know this tax season, from COVID’s impact to the different tax websites you can file through. We’re talking about loans, finding your tax rates, common pitfalls and more with Rachel Cheek, a certified public accountant.

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This tool can tell you how many apps have access to your personal info

There has been a renewed focus on privacy and personal information as several mobile services have updated their advertising strategies. If apps and services are taking privacy more seriously, shouldn’t you? To make things easier for you, we've found an app that can help protect your privacy.

Tap or click here to stop your information from being harvested. →

5 new rules for creating the best passwords

The number of people who still don't take digital security seriously is frightening. You wouldn't believe how many think using something as weak as password1 could protect their online accounts. It's time to protect your privacy and security, and we can help. Try these imaginative ways to create and remember stronger account passwords.

Tap or click here for ways to protect your digital life. →