There's no question Amazon dominates the online shopping world. But you might not like just how much the tech giant knows about you. 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 five critical security settings will give Amazon access to just the bare necessities of your personal data.

Let's face it, hackers and criminals are out to get you. These days, they even have ways of infecting your iPhone and iPad. Have your devices been hit by an attack? Here are some surefire signs that you're a victim. Plus, I'll give you tips to get rid of viruses and bugs from your iPhone and iPad.

Your cell phone is probably in your hands right now — or at least close by. Fun fact: The average person checks his or her phone about 63 times a day! That’s why it’s SO important to protect your phone’s battery life. There’s a lot you can do to get more out of it. In this Komando DIY, we’ll tell you how to keep your phone running like a champ.

Have you ever wondered how the concept of time came about? There is actually astrological reasoning behind it. A year is how long it takes Earth to travel around the sun, a month is based on moon cycles, and a day is how long it takes Earth to rotate on its axis. But what about a week? Why is it seven days?

In this Digital Life Hack, Kim walks you through everything you need to do to keep your Apple or Android smartphone running smoothly. Improve your battery life, increase your phone's available memory and say goodbye to unexpected crashes and restarts. Kim tells you which apps hog your storage, how to check for malware, why you need to keep up with updates and much more.

The internet is a strange and sometimes wonderful place, especially for children. But you don’t want your kids to end up on creepy websites, and you definitely don’t want their faces stuck in their devices all day long. Need help setting boundaries? In this Komando DIY, we’ll show you how to set up the parental controls on your kid’s Android phone.

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 channel instead! I'll show the videos you actually want to watch and keep you up to date with the latest technology and news — and, of course, 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.

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