Ever heard of junk files? They're temporary files your phone or computer creates to perform a task like viewing an image, opening documents and photos or just browsing the internet. Every once in a while, you need to clean out the clutter. Deleting unnecessary files speeds up your computer and improves performance in the long run.

Thank goodness for phone calls. They make long distances manageable. Unfortunately, they can also cost a pretty penny. 

That’s why you should try making phone calls from your computer. When you make international calls through Wi-Fi, you save yourself a ton of cash. Plus, it’s easier than you think.

Tap or click here to use your computer as a cell phone.

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Aging parents don't ask for much: Their own home, visits with grandchildren every so often and lots of love from their families. Thankfully, with SimpliSafe, they can enjoy the independence of living alone without worrying about personal safety. This reliable 24/7 home security system is all they need to live with the peace of mind they deserve.

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The more we rely on our devices for work, school and our personal lives, the more we have to lose. Whether it’s bank accounts, personal data, photos, conversations — there’s just so much to preserve and protect. That’s why I recommend TotalAV’s industry-leading security suite. It’s easy to use and offers the best protection in the business. In fact, they’ve received the renowned VB100 award for detecting more than 99% of malware samples for the last three years in a row. 

Not only do you get continuous protection from the latest threats, their AI driven service, WebShield, blocks dangerous websites automatically, stopping threats before they reach you. Plus you can subscribe to data breach alerts and clear out old files with the Junk Cleaner. 

Some people like personalized ads because they want to see items that pertain to them. If you're not one of those people, try these simple tricks to decrease targeted ads on your Android device.

If you're a frequent traveler, you probably have experience staying at hotels and Airbnbs. That's why you need to know about a scary trend with vacation rental properties. We're talking about hidden cameras and other surveillance devices that could be used to spy on you. We'll explain how to spot hidden cams and what to do if you find one.

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Move over, Hubble Space Telescope — NASA has a new toy coming its way. The James Webb Space Telescope will rocket into space near the end of 2021, and it's expected to change how we view the universe. With the ability to practically see back in time, this amazing tech can accomplish some serious stuff.

You can buy anything as an NFT, from artwork to iconic moments in basketball history. You can even buy Steve Jobs' 1973 job application as an NFT. We imagine it will rake in a fat stack of cash. Just look at his old leather jacket, which sold for $22,400 in 2016. 🤯 💸