It's easy to assume hackers are always after money, but did you know some hackers are after more frightening things, like government information? Some hackers are hired to break into extremely sensitive files that can be used in political, economic and environmental wars. One Chinese state-sponsored hacking group was caught stealing texts from military and government agencies. We'll tell you how they're doing it and what it means.

Entertainment is more on-demand than ever, and we're not just talking about streaming services. For kids today, YouTube has replaced plain old TV, and the number watching each day is staggering.

Everyone has a data plan for their smartphone these days. Some people think they save big money by sticking with the old capped wireless plan, while others believe the high price for an unlimited plan is better — so who is right? We'll compare unlimited and capped data plans to help you decide which one better suits your needs. You might just be surprised.

If you use Google Chrome, don't miss this. Two new zero-day vulnerabilities in the popular browser could allow a hacker to hijack your computer. Google released an important update to patch the vulnerabilities, and it's imperative you download it to keep your computer safe. We'll tell you how the flaws allow someone to take over your system and what to do about it.

If you're a freelance writer, you already know that you need the best tools and software to help you succeed in your craft. We're talking about tools that can help streamline day to day work, as well as save time and money. That way, you can do what you do best ⁠— focus on growing as a freelance writer.

Visit Capterra.com/tech for free today to find the right tools to grow your business.

Think back to the last time you had to sign a digital document. Did you print, sign, scan and email it? What a hassle. In this Komando DIY, we'll show you a simpler way to put your signature on a document using your PC or Mac.

Navigating the digital world can be intimidating and sometimes downright daunting. But I'm here to help! Do you want to cut the cable? Maybe you’d like advice on starting your own online business. Or perhaps someone in your family is misusing tech and you need some help.

Your Amazon smart speaker just learned something new. You can now listen to The Kim Komando Show right on your Alexa speaker. Just say, "Alexa, play The Kim Komando Show" to subscribe and start listening!

When you land a higher level government job, part of the initiation process is getting sworn in. Usually, this involves placing a hand upon a law or holy book, reciting a vow and pledging your service to your department. But what happens when a newly hired member of the Illinois state attorney’s office isn’t a human being? Well, that question was answered thanks to Hatty, the first service dog sworn in at the department. Her job is to provide comfort and relief to children and assault victims attending trials — and just like a human employee, she was sworn in under ceremony with her paw on a law book. Unfortunately, nobody has answered Hatty whether term limits apply in dog years…

Dogs can change lives. That’s why this prison rehab program pairs inmates with them.

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