Need extra cash but don't want to pick up a second job? Look around your house. You probably have bikes, cars or unused rooms collecting dust. Good news: You can rent equipment, pools or parts of your home for cash.

Google’s tracking is invasive. There’s no denying that. But sometimes it’s really handy, too.

You can check Google Maps for details about upcoming events like flights, restaurant and hotel reservations, and car rentals. It pulls this information from messages you’ve received in Gmail. You must be signed into Google with Web & App Activity turned on. 

Here’s how it works:

• Open Google Maps and tap Saved in the bottom menu row.
• Tap Reservations and select an item for more information.
• You can also type the following terms into the search box: my reservations, my flights or my hotels.

The Web & App Activity setting is just one of many worth trying. Here’s how to see more personal details Google knows about you (and how to erase them).

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There's nothing wrong with trying to save money, but you have to be careful not to cut corners on the wrong things — like antivirus protection. Those free antivirus programs could be selling you out. It's not worth the risk. We have a great deal on a security suite you can trust.

Get Android tips, tricks and updates to your inbox twice a week. Coming up soon: How to hide files and folders on your PC. Handy!

Sometimes it feels like the world is throwing everything it has at you. To succeed, you need someone to guide you through. That’s what Dell Technologies Advisors do. They have the tech advice to help you navigate whatever challenges you’re up against — and get you safely to where you want to be.

You know how to cut, copy, paste, capitalize letters and more using keyboard shortcuts. But we're here to discuss the often-overlooked Windows key. This function key is vital to some shortcuts that will help you work faster and wiser. We put together seven keyboard shortcuts that use the Windows key.

Want professional photographs but don't have Photoshop skills? This online program will help create new photos free of pesky objects you don't want in the shot. We'll show you how to use it.

Twitter is full of trolls and politics. Not my page, though. Come say hi and learn a thing or two.

Have you noticed that lately, while watching movies or TV shows, it's difficult to understand what's being said? The dialogue may seem mumbled or the sound is unclear, leading you to turn on subtitles. This phenomenon isn't by chance, and the reasons behind it are quite intricate. Professional audio editors have their reasons for making it so.