The way ads follow you around online can be downright creepy. While you can never shut them out entirely, there are ways to limit what advertisers know about you and take back your privacy. In this Komando DIY, we'll share 5 ways to do it. Try a new search engine, block cookies that track everything you do, delete yourself from data-hungry sites that can't get enough of your info and more.

People think of Amazon as one of the cheapest places to shop — but Costco fans will happily tell you otherwise. Not only does Costco have physical stores you can visit, the prices are often better as well. Here’s why Costco is able to stay so cheap in this cutthroat industry.

Are you one of those people with hundreds of unread emails or do you keep a close eye on your inbox? It can be downright challenging to organize your digital mail, but with a few pro tips, you'll be on your way to inbox nirvana in no time. Kim shares 5 of her favorite strategies for staying organized and not missing important emails.

Everyone knows the order of the planets (although some disagree on the placement of Pluto). But what if we were to tell you the closest planet to Earth right now isn’t what you think? In fact, it’s a well-known member of the solar system you wouldn’t expect. Is this planet always in a different place or is Earth’s orbit to blame?

A wedding photo went viral for all the wrong reasons after a bride asked members of a Facebook group to Photoshop an image from the big day. Social media has changed the way we view special events in our lives, with people more concerned with likes and comments than capturing real moments. Did this bride go too far?

The makers of the insanely popular online game Fortnite were just hit with a lawsuit. Why? The parents behind it say the game was designed to be as addictive as cocaine. Plus, if you’re in the market for a personal assistant, there’s a robot that’ll carry everything for you. And learn the seven must-do steps to erase your online existence. Kim's also presents 5 hacks to manage an overflowing inbox. This episode of The Kim Komando Show aired on Bloomberg TV on Saturday, Oct. 26.

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