When you don't know something, you Google it. That's what we do. While a quick search can be useful for countless queries, you must be careful in certain instances. When you need customer service or tech support, a Google search can expose you to scams. We'll show you how to spot them and what to do when you need help.

Handling our money matters online is convenient, but you still have to watch out for a big mistake when depositing checks from your smartphone.

• Don’t get rid of that paper check immediately. The time it takes for a deposit to clear can vary based on several factors.
• Set a reminder for 14 days after the deposit. Just use your favorite reminder app to set it up.
• Once it clears, don’t just throw it away. Shred it so sensitive account details don’t fall into the wrong hands.

💸 Check out more about this big online banking mistake here.

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The Epson EcoTank is a rockstar of a printer, and it will save you a ton of cash in the long run with its easy-to-fill ink tanks. It's so popular that it often sells out. Luckily, we found it in stock at several retailers and we're passing along the insider intel.

When you own your own business, you're the CEO, the marketer, the IT person and the data analyst. Don't go it alone. Get Kim's must-read small biz tips.

We're living in unprecedented times. I don’t know how you sleep if you don’t have a home security system. Every 26 seconds, there’s a break-in. But with SimpliSafe Home Security, you can protect your whole home around the clock. It’s serious, lasting protection. And all it takes is a simple 30-minute setup. You’ll even get a free security camera when you protect your home today. 

SimpliSafe is an award-winning arsenal of sensors and security cameras that blankets every inch of your home. You’ll know your home and family are always safe. You set SimpliSafe up yourself in a few minutes, without any tools or wiring. No technician or salesperson has to step foot in your home. SimpliSafe will monitor your home around the clock, with security professionals who are there in case of an emergency to immediately send help to your home. Plus, there’s no contract, no hidden fees, and no installation costs.

If you haven't been paying attention to some of the cool new Windows 10 features, you're missing out. From customizing your Start menu to pinning tabs to the taskbar, here are five of the best new Windows features to try out.

Tech makes life more convenient. There's no doubt about that. But some new advancements come with a trade-off. What do they mean for our security and privacy? Amazon's latest initiative, Sidewalk, sounds great on paper — but before you accept the automatic entry, I need to share the details with you. It might be enough for you to opt-out.

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The pandemic has seriously shaken up the global aviation market, among others. In response, a few aviation startups are rethinking their business models, and their ideas are, well, pretty brilliant. Keep watching to see what could be in store for airlines.

You’ve probably heard of “white hat” and “black hat” hackers. Hackers with white hats use their powers for good, while black-hat hackers are the nefarious kind. Where do those terms come from? Get this: 1950s Westerns, of all things. 

The terms “black hat” and “white hat” derive from old cowboy-themed shows and movies. Since color TVs were rare, costume departments designed outfits that would pop on black-and-white screens. Good cowboys wore white hats, while the bad guys wore black or other dark colors. 🤠