With so many marketers and robocallers after your personal phone number, it can feel risky to make calls knowing your number could go on a list. Instead of worrying over the whims of telemarketers, you can block your number from showing up in caller ID so every call you make is private.

It’s easy to clog up your computer with files. Old downloads, numerous documents and thousands of photos can significantly slow down your system. Keeping your files tidy is the key. Go through those documents and photos, and delete everything you don’t need.

If you have a bunch of unused files to delete from your Windows PC, CCleaner is an award-winning tool that can quickly clean up those extras. CCleaner is available in two versions: Free and Professional ($19.95), which has a free trial.

If your system is a Mac, the easy drag and drop program Files Shredder ($19.99) will not only delete files from your system, but it will remove them permanently to make them unrecoverable.

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If you have a free email inbox, chances are it's not protected. Third parties can peer through your private data. Just think about everything you have in there, from receipts and conversations to medical records and more. Encrypting your inbox puts the power back in your hands. Here's what to do.

Choosing new tech is stressful. That's why our genius IT team built a smart tool to help you out. Try our laptop selector quiz and find the perfect model for the next time you're ready to upgrade.

You know what’s not fair? Netflix hides thousands of shows and movies from you based on your location and then has the nerve to increase prices yet again. Make sure you’re getting your full money’s worth by using ExpressVPN.

What’s on Netflix in the U.S. is completely different from what someone in the U.K. or Japan has on theirs. ExpressVPN has over 90 countries to choose from, so every time you run out of stuff to watch, just switch to another country to unlock new shows.

Stop paying full-price for streaming services and only getting access to a fraction of their content.

Think for a minute about what Google doesn’t know about you. Its search engine dominates, and it runs apps and services that know what you’re watching, where you’re going and what you’re interested in. If you’re tired of sharing your entire personal life with one company, switching is easier than it sounds.

There are many things to consider when booking a vacation or looking at rental properties. Even before you hit the road, scammers are on the lookout for potential victims. If you're thinking about taking a trip, make sure to follow these precautions to protect your money.

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Spacesuits are required for anyone traveling to space. Its main function is to protect the person wearing it during the perilous journey. Over the years, these high-tech suits have been reinvented time and again. But the latest model from SpaceX surely is head-turning. So why the redesign, and what does this mean for space travel?

How much would you spend on a little coin? One rare "Double Eagle" gold coin sold for a record $18.9 million on June 8. On one side, Lady Liberty holds her torch; on the other, an eagle soars. 🦅

The coin's a 1933 edition of the "Double Eagle" that never entered circulation. Most went back to the government, which melted them down for resources. Here's the full story behind "the most famous coin on the planet." 💰