May 8, 2021 |
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Tech advice you can trust™ |
Quick tip of the dayComputer taking forever to start? In most cases, you can blame long computer startup times on apps you don’t need and those essential to your PC’s wake-up process. All of that is customizable. Here’s how to see (and change) which apps load during Windows startup:
Pro tip: For an easier view, filter the list of apps by impact. This way, you can quickly see which ones have a high impact on your PC’s performance and adjust those accordingly. Have a Mac? We love you, too! Head to Komando.com for the steps you need to adjust what happens on startup. |
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My heart-healthy secret for blood pressure support and more energyIf you’re like me, you’re always trying to stay in top shape. When you’re constantly on the go, it can be easy to let your healthy lifestyle slip. While exercise is important for a healthy lifestyle, supplements can go a long way too. I'll show you one of my favorites for blood pressure support and more energy. Tap or click for a special offer on Kim's heart-healthy secret. → |
RING, RINGIs your phone ringing off the hook with robocalls? I know how annoying that is — and I can help you stop them with my eBook, "Complete Guide to Robocalls." |
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Need a new printer? You'll love the Epson EcoTankDoes your printer have enough ink for another year of work reports and tax forms? If you print a lot or wish you could print a lot without worrying about ink, it’s important to have the right printer. Epson is changing the game with its cartridge-free EcoTank printers that have supersized easy-to-fill ink tanks and come with a ridiculous amount of ink — enough to print thousands of pages! EcoTank makes it easy, so make the switch today. Add EcoTank to your online shopping list at Target, Walmart and at Epson.com/EcoTankKim. → |
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The skyscraper that almost collapsedSkyscrapers are a signature part of our technologically advanced society. They tower over and define the modern-day city. Normally these structures are meticulously built to be incredibly safe. But in 1974, a grim discovery was made about New York City’s most iconic building, and it could have led to disaster. WATCH THIS VIDEO → |
AND FINALLY ...What’s the color of your energy? (If you’re familiar with 311’s famous song, it’s probably amber.) How about your vibes? You’ve probably seen all those stickers and posters that say, “Good vibes only. ✌️” It’s hard to pinpoint your vibes, but people care a lot about mystical energies we all bring. So much so, in fact, that Tinder’s launching a new quiz feature to help you “vibe” with potential partners. The quizzes, called Vibes, will ask you new questions each week. If someone gives the same answer, they’ll pop up on their profile or in your chat. 🔥 |
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