Scam phone calls can lead to huge financial losses if you get tricked. They can also lead to identity theft. Do you know the red flags to look for? The best defense is knowing how to spot scams before you make an irreversible mistake. Unfortunately, the latest scam making the rounds is easy to fall for. We'll tell you how to avoid it.

Auto recalls should be taken seriously. When something goes bad in a mass-produced car, it can endanger millions. And now, a driver has died because of a faulty airbag found in 1.4 million vehicles.

Location tracking is creepy, but recently, smartphone manufacturers and software engineers have given users more control over their privacy. You can shut off location tracking on most devices, but one company continues to track its users, even if they've turned all location services off. What are they doing with the data?

Like many people in the U.S., you've probably made the transition from shopping in crowded malls to ordering stuff from the comfort of your home. Online shopping has become a go-to way to check off loved ones from your Christmas list. That means tons of packages will be delivered this holiday season, and you know what that means: Porch pirates. Here's how to outsmart them.

Sextortion is a frightening form of cyber-blackmail in which someone demands money and threatens to expose very personal photos or videos of you on the web. Sextortion scam emails are on the rise, and you need to know what to do if one lands in your inbox. Learn how to identify this scary scheme, secure your computer and protect yourself.

Rideshare company Uber just released its first-ever safety report, revealing data on the number of crashes, deaths and sexual assaults reported during its rides in 2017 and 2018. The numbers are alarming, to say the least.

"I like the new Komando Community. I was never part of Facebook or any social media for that matter, but this one is perfect. Thanks!" - Bob from Pennsylvania

The Komando Community is an all-new social network where you can create a profile, post updates and photos, and make friends. The best part? It's ad-free! Find like-minded people in groups and start chatting. It's easy to get started and connect with others in Komando Community.

Your Amazon Echo can do so much more than answer your questions. In my eBook, "How to Use Your Amazon Echo: Tips and Tricks," you'll learn everything you need to know to become a pro. I'll show you how to set it up all the way to how it can endlessly entertain you in your living room, your kitchen and your bedroom. You will also learn the necessary tools to have your Amazon Echo help you in an emergency.

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.

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