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Why can your phone track you and share that data with unknown third parties? Most likely because you gave permission. Typical data-sharing policies are buried within privacy policies and terms of agreements. Thankfully, there are ways to stop these intrusive tracking practices, and we have details on how to do it.

Use Google Calendar? Me, too. Here’s a quick and easy way to start a new calendar item without having to go through as many steps.

• First, make sure you’re signed in to your Google account.
• Open your browser and type “cal.new” without the quotes.
• Bingo! Now just fill in the details and save your calendar item.

📝 This trick works for regular documents, spreadsheets and more. Get those shortcuts here.

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There are lots of greedy people out there reaching for your data and web history: Hackers, advertisers and even your internet service provider. A VPN is an excellent defense in the fight for online privacy. But you shouldn't go with just any option. We've got the intel on what to look for.

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With a Fast Protect Monitoring plan, if an intruder breaks into your home, SimpliSafe monitoring agents can actually see, speak to and deter them through the camera, warning them they’re being recorded and police are on their way.

Right now, get 20% off any SimpliSafe system when you sign up for Fast Protect Monitoring. This huge offer is only available for a limited time.

The longer you have your Mac computer, the more files and folders pile up. Before you know it, you have thousands of items, making it hard to find exactly what you want when you need it. Sure, you can search with Finder, but sorting through countless results is frustrating. Here's how to step up your search game.

We hate when earbuds don't stay in our ears. Is the answer always a snugger fit? Hardly. We've put together a list of ways to care for your earbuds that will help keep them from falling out and sound better.

Espionage feels like something from a Hollywood blockbuster, but you can bet some real-life spies are hard at work. Watch the fascinating story of how the U.S. government caught a Chinese spy.