Why is your phone allowed to track you and share that data with unknown third parties? Most likely because you gave permission. Typical data-sharing policies are buried within privacy policies and terms of agreements. Thankfully, there are ways to stop these intrusive tracking practices and we have details on just how to do it.

Take a quiet moment to honor our military men and women and first responders who have lost their lives while defending our country. There's no "right" way to do it, but for me and my family, Memorial Day is about spending quality time together and expressing our gratitude for all those who made our safety and freedoms possible.

If you are having problems with slow internet or a connection that isn't reliable, the source of the problem could be your router. If you're using old technology, it could cause these issues and more. It's time to upgrade. Take our quiz in under a minute to find the right router for your needs.

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The more we rely on our devices for work, school and our personal lives, the more we have to lose. Whether it’s bank accounts, personal data, photos, conversations — there’s just so much to preserve and protect. That’s why I recommend TotalAV’s industry-leading security suite. It’s easy to use and offers the best protection in the business. In fact, they’ve received the renowned VB100 award for detecting more than 99% of malware samples for the last three years in a row.

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