This Google trick can save you some serious time — Send GIFs without downloading an app
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Quick check to make sure no one is spying on your computer

Quick check to make sure no one is spying on your computer

Spyware can slow down your computer and let hackers watch you through your webcam. They can even log every stroke you make. Here are three ways to throw spies off of your digital trail.

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Quick tip of the day

Before the world of unlimited data, we jumped at the opportunity to tap into free Wi-Fi to avoid overage charges. Now, most of us have unlimited plans, but our phones still search for an open Wi-Fi connection to save data when possible.

The problem is weak Wi-Fi slows you down and puts you at risk if you’re connecting to an unsecured or untrustworthy network.

Instead of going through menus, ask Siri or Google Assistant to do it for you. A simple “Hey Siri, turn off my Wi-Fi” will do the trick.

Speaking of Siri, tap or click for some of my favorite uses.

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Have a website? Run it through these free online tests

Have a website? Run it through these free online tests

Having a beautifully designed website isn't enough in today's distracted world. If something doesn't feel correct or isn't working as it should, visitors will move on to a better option. Use these free tools to make sure that you don't lose visitors over easily fixable errors.

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