If you want to get the most out of Amazon without sacrificing your privacy, it's time to optimize your profile settings so the company (and advertisers) know as little about you as possible. These 5 critical security settings will give Amazon access to just the bare necessities of your personal data.

Bowling can trace its history back to almost the beginning of civilization itself. There are even wall drawings in royal Egyptian tombs that date back to 5200 B.C. Needless to say, some people are pretty passionate about the sport. But over the ages, bowling balls have become a kind of new technology of their own. These seemingly simple pieces of sports tech are more complicated then you might think.

This weekend is the 25th anniversary of Komando.com! Thank you so much for all your support over the years. It means the world to me that so many of you turn to my radio show, my website and my newsletters for trusted tech advice. A brand-new Komando.com is launching next week, just in time to celebrate! Get a sneak peek and see why I'm so excited.

World cuisines can differ from region to region, and a good alcoholic spirit is no different. Whether it be a fancy scotch from the isles off the coast of picturesque Scotland or sake from the luscious hillsides of Japan, alcohol is a constant around the world. Limeoncello from Italy is no different, and the kind of lemons they use, and how they're fermented, might surprise you.

Audi has a new high-end ATV concept that lights up the road in a whole new way. Forget headlights — this uses flying drones. Augmented reality is coming to the Olympics, and watching athletes in action next year may be a lot more fun. Plus, check out a new gaming chair that costs a whopping $14K, and amazing color-changing ink technology that could make customizing your car a breeze.

Odds are the focal point of your living room is your TV. It's the main object of entertainment, and many families gather around to watch movies and their favorite shows. If your TV is a flat screen, you probably have it mounted on the wall. As with most things, there is a right way and a wrong way to mount a TV — and it's all about location.

Are you tired of weeding through the videos that seem interesting but end up being a disappointment? Stop wasting hours of your life searching YouTube feeds and follow my Kim Komando channel instead! I'll show the videos you actually want to watch and keep you up to date with the latest technology, news and those incredibly cute videos!

Smart home devices are fundamentally changing the way we live. That Jetsons lifestyle we've all been dreaming about is finally coming true. Prices of smart home gadgets you need are finally affordable. In my eBook, "How to Make Your Home a Smart Home on a Budget," you'll learn how to start your own smart home — from choosing a smart assistant to smart bulbs, thermostats, entertainment and much, much more. And the best part is you won't be breaking the bank.

We've created a place for you where you can make friends and connect with others without worrying about your data being sold to advertisers. It's the all-new ad-free Komando Community: a safe and secure place to get social online. Create a profile, post updates, join groups and much more. No matter what you do with your Komando Community membership, your activity will NEVER be used to advertise to you, and we’ll NEVER sell your data like Facebook and other social media platforms do.

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