This is one scavenger hunt no one wants to go on. Malicious adware apps downloaded from the Google Play Store may be hiding in your Android phone. Once they nestle into your phone’s programming, it becomes difficult to find the offenders. Soon your screen starts filled with annoying pop-up ads, leaving you scrambling to find the bad app. Fear not, we'll help you locate and erase those malicious apps.

If you own a BMW, Rolls-Royce or Toyota, pay attention. There's a malfunction with the rear camera displays that can lead to a world of hurt. The government is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles and has stated the issue has made the vehicles non-compliant with federal requirements. If your car is on the recall list, don't hesitate. Take your car to the dealership for a free fix.

It's bad enough to see one website get hacked, but how about thousands of websites at once? That's what happened when a popular e-commerce platform was targeted by hackers. This put the financial information of millions of shoppers in harm's way. If you visited any of these compromised websites, you may want to think about calling your bank.

New scams pop up every week on the internet. The latest is called "formjacking." Just like it sounds, malicious actors can swipe data you're putting into a seemingly innocent online form from a legitimate company — even a government site.

For nearly 20 years, private detective Rich Robertson has tracked people and served as a lead investigator in complex criminal and civil cases. As technology has evolved, so too have the ways he conducts investigations. Kim and Rich chat about how tech plays a role in his work and which resources anyone can use — no PI license required.

Mind-reading tech isn't just a sci-fi trope. It's becoming a reality, and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is leading the charge. And I, for one, don't trust it.

Blogs are a great space for personal expression and creativity, plus a solid way to build an audience and even supplement your income. In my newest eBook, I cover blogging from A to Z. Learn how to get started, how to get your content in front of people and, most importantly, how to make money.

Need a friend to give you a digital hand? Want to start or promote your own online business? Wondering how to watch the kids or parents using tech? Get advice you can trust. Whether it’s making money online or finding the best product for a job, you can turn to me!

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Protect your pictures, videos and files from being lost to ransomware. IDrive lets you save all of your data from all of your devices into one single account. Have peace of mind that your precious documents are safe and check out IDrive. 

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