July 9, 2022

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This week on my show

Sick of streaming services? How to find and record your shows for free

Did cutting the cord not turn out to be the money saver you were expecting? You might be doing it all wrong. There is a way to find and record your favorite shows for free, and we'll show you how.

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3 creepy lists that show everything Google knows about you

Google knows almost everything about you, from your age and gender to your income bracket and marital status. If you want to learn more about its data collection, we've got three easy tips. Check your Google Maps Timeline, your Google Photos location data and your ad tracking information.

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Find out when you'll die, gas scams, fix old photos

Your true age isn't just about how many birthdays you've had. Would you take a $500 test that reveals how long you might live? Plus, gas scams are banking on the pain we're all facing at the pump. And a trick to fix old, grainy photos to make them worth displaying. Bonus: It's free!

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Video from the show

Is mining the moon a good idea?

The moon might look like a barren rock, but it contains many essential elements. From oxygen to gold, the moon is comprised of some pretty helpful stuff. So with future missions to the moon and the eventual mining that will occur, we have to ask, is that a good idea?

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Help picking workstations

I run my own business and I could use some help choosing laptops and computers for my team. Where should I start?

If you're not a total tech geek, figuring out what to spend your money on is seriously stressful. We use Dell OptiPlex and Precision workstations at Komando HQ, which are on sale right now. Really, though, you need help finding the right models for you and your business.

Dell Technologies Advisors can guide you. They have financing options, too, and can help you get everything set up correctly.

Call an advisor at 877-ASK-DELL or go to Dell.com for free expert support.

Is cloud backup safe?

We used to do a lot of file backup online but with all of the hacks and ransomware, we're trying to figure out the best way to back up personal and business files. Any suggestions?

Cloud backup is still the way to go. You just need to make sure you're using a safe, reliable company to get the job done. My pick is IDrive. Your data is encrypted with 256-bit AES encryption on transfer and storage. You can set your privacy to the highest level by creating a private key for your account during signup. That means no one but you will have access to your data.

For personal storage, you can get 5 TB of storage a year for just a few bucks. Get your exclusive discount at IDrive.com and use promo code Kim at checkout.

Sick of this old printer

My old printer just isn't cutting it. I tried to print out a few photos, and they looked awful. Help me upgrade!

Epson EcoTank printers offer the perfect mix of performance and reliability, and you can finally ditch expensive ink cartridges. These printers come with a ridiculous amount of ink — enough to print 6,000 colored pages. Plus, the printing quality is great. You'll be able to print photos nice enough to display in your home.

Add the Epson EcoTank to your online shopping list at Amazon, Dell, MicroCenter or at epsonecotank.com/kim.

Protect your most important data the right way

You probably have thousands of photos on your phone eating up space, and you want to preserve those memories. IDrive is the perfect solution for backing up and protecting all your precious photos and videos. Use it to back up all your devices: PCs, Macs, servers, iPhones, Android phones and more. Sync everything to one account.

IDrive is like an insurance policy for your data. Plans start at less than $7 a month.

Go to IDrive.com and use "KIM" to get 90% off your first year. →

Kim's weekly column & tech tip

Money tight? 15 great things you can get for free

Who doesn't want to save a buck? And I'm not just talking free samples here. I rounded up some killer deals on free storage, books, movies, software and lots more.

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Tech Savvy: How to make phone calls from your laptop

You just landed at your summer vacation destination and — womp, womp — your cell reception is terrible. It's time to disconnect, but what if you need to make a call? Good news if you have your laptop and a decent Wi-Fi connection: You can make calls through your computer. It's easy, and I'll showy you how.

Tap or click for a smart travel tip you'll be glad to know when you need it. →