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You can connect third-party apps and services to your Microsoft account for easy logins and information syncing. While convenient, you may build many connections over the years, which could constitute a security risk. Here's how to manage apps connected to your Microsoft account and remove the ones you no longer need.

Let’s say you get a PDF in your email and you need to sign it. If you know a few tricks, you can do so in a jiffy — without paying for another program.

You can sign a PDF using your mouse, but I don’t recommend it; it’ll look like a two-year-old did it for you. Instead, sign a piece of paper and save it on your device using your smartphone’s camera or your computer’s webcam. You can then import that image into the PDF.

• If you’re on Windows, Adobe Reader DC is tops to sign PDFs. Simply download and install the free app and open your file. In the app, at the bottom right, click Fill and Sign and follow the prompts.
• On a Mac, use Preview. It has integrated signing options so you can skip the paper signature. Love that!

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If your electric bill seems high no matter the time of year, your setup could be the problem. Hidden energy wasters are all around your home, consuming power 24/7 without you realizing it. These "energy vampires" run up your power bill. We'll show you the common culprits and what you can do about them.

That’s why I’m so excited to tell you about the latest innovation from SimpliSafe Home Security: 24/7 Live Guard Protection and the new Smart Alarm Wireless Indoor Camera.

With a Fast Protect Monitoring plan, if an intruder breaks into your home, SimpliSafe monitoring agents can actually see, speak to and deter them through the camera, warning them they’re being recorded and police are on their way.

Right now, get 20% off any SimpliSafe system when you sign up for Fast Protect Monitoring. This huge offer is only available for a limited time.

Search isn't just made for finding things online. Your text messages and third-party messaging apps contain robust search features, too. Before you scroll endlessly, here's a quick and easy way to find the photos and videos you've sent and received.

Many things could be causing your web browser to run slowly. The good news is there are ways to pinpoint and quickly fix the problem. From a simple antivirus scan to clearing your cache, here are five ways to speed up your web browser.

Many meteorites hit Earth every year. But have you ever wondered why you don't see them where you live? It turns out that over two-thirds of all the meteorites people have ever collected are found in one spot in Antarctica. But why?