Tech Tips & How-Tos

August 25, 2020


Sick of slow internet? How to check you’re getting what you pay for We're all spending more time online these days, and good internet speed is critical. The last thing you need is your connection slowing to a crawl when you're finishing up an important project for work or taking a video call with your far-away loved ones. Kim breaks down how much speed you really need and how to check you're getting what you should. Tap or click here for an internet speed checkup. →	Read this before you waste money on a mattress Fact: Not all mattresses are created equal. If yours is sagging, you struggle to fall asleep or you wake up achy, it's time to upgrade. When the time comes, don't invest your money in the wrong mattress. We've got tips to help you avoid paying too much and falling for clever marketing tricks. Tap or click for shopping tips that can save you money and rest easier. →

Sick of slow internet? How to check you’re getting what you pay for

We're all spending more time online these days, and good internet speed is critical. The last thing you need is your connection slowing to a crawl when you're finishing up an important project for work or taking a video call with your far-away loved ones. Kim breaks down how much speed you really need and how to check you're getting what you should.

Tap or click here for an internet speed checkup. →

Read this before you waste money on a mattress

Fact: Not all mattresses are created equal. If yours is sagging, you struggle to fall asleep or you wake up achy, it's time to upgrade. When the time comes, don't invest your money in the wrong mattress. We've got tips to help you avoid paying too much and falling for clever marketing tricks.

Tap or click for shopping tips that can save you money and rest easier. →

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How to tell if someone is snooping on your computer or tablet

When it comes to your computer or tablet, you need to make sure outsiders aren’t tapping in. But how can you tell if someone inside your home is accessing your files and applications without your knowledge? Is someone using your computer behind your back? Thankfully there are ways to find out.

Tap or click here to find out if someone is snooping on your devices. →

How to stop your smart TV from spying on you

You won't believe how your smart TV is not just gobbling up your viewing data, but may also be gathering information about your home. Can you minimize your smart TV's snooping activities? Thankfully you can by turning off its tracking features. We'll tell you how to make these simple adjustments and take back your privacy.

Tap or click here to stop your smart TV from spying on you. →

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