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Here are the 5 social media companies tracking you the most

Here are the 5 social media companies tracking you the most

It's no secret that social media apps track your activity and use many permissions, such as camera and microphone access, by default. But which ones are the biggest offenders when it comes to privacy? Here are the five social media apps that track you the most, along with tips on what to do about it.

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Far too often, a website’s search feature doesn’t get the job done. Try this nifty Google trick instead to do a Google search on one website and not the entire internet. 

Let’s say you’re looking for iPhone tips on Komando.com. Go to google.com or type this into your browser’s address bar: site:komando.com. Put a space and the phrase “iPhone tips.” It looks like this:site:komando.com iPhone tips🔎 

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3 secret uses for your home security system

3 secret uses for your home security system

The security system that keeps the bad guys out of your home is capable of a lot more than you realize. All it takes is a little creativity. We have three out-of-the-box ways to get more out of your security system — and a great recommendation if locking down your home is still on your to-do list.

Tap or click to keep an eye on more than just doors and windows. →

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VW carjacking fiasco, Facebook tigers for sale & Morgan Freeman's fake voice

Plus, you're being tracked. I reveal your phone's hidden list that knows everywhere you go. Matt's got slick tips on how to digitize your old address book. And if you're worried about staying safe in cyberspace, Allie's got three habits the pros know.

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Big Tech is supposed to safely handle our personal online data, but now they’re getting into the political game. I don’t want to be any part of that, and neither should you. That’s why I trust and use ExpressVPN.

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Is your Wi-Fi running frustratingly slow? Your router might not be the culprit. Not exactly. It could be some common mistakes people make that are slowing your network down. Here are five things to check to get your network running quickly again.

Tab overload? How to control what happens when you start your browser

Wouldn't it be nice to have your browser pick up where you left off? While too many open tabs could slow down your system, it's understandable to want the convenience. We'll show you how to set up some of the most popular browser's startup behavior.

 

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