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TECH September 4, 2021

Before you die, decide who gets access to your online accounts and digital files

Have you given any thought as to what you want to happen to your accounts, files, photos, and the rest of your online life once you’re gone? If the number of calls and requests I am getting for help on my national radio show is any indication, do it now while you’re thinking about it.

TECH August 28, 2021

7 brilliant ways your smartphone can help you get things done

You email, text, check your step count, and hit "reject" on all those spam calls. Lately, I’ve been getting more spam texts than calls. There’s one mistake many people make trying to get them to stop. It just makes the problem worse. Tap or click for the insider trick, plus a way to do your good deed of the day and report spam.

TECH August 21, 2021

Breaking up or getting divorced? How to remove your ex from your digital life

You’re going to block and unfollow your ex. That’s a start, but you have to do more to clean up your digital life.

TECH July 28, 2021

Thwart top phone hackers with one simple step

As a member of the secretive Senate Intelligence Committee, Sen. Angus King has reason to worry about hackers. At a briefing by security staff this year, he said he got some advice on how to help keep his cellphone secure.

TECH July 24, 2021

Hackers, scammers and advertisers are after you: 5 smartphone security steps to take now

Go anywhere online, and it feels like someone is watching. That's because, well, they are.

TECH July 17, 2021

This great freebie from Google stops annoying robocalls and gives you a second phone number

The more widespread your number is, the more vulnerable you are to hackers and other bad actors. A secondary phone number protects your primary one, but it can do a lot more, too.

TECH July 10, 2021

5-minute tech fix: Finally speed up your PC

When your computer slows to a crawl, it's frustrating, and you want to fix it as fast as possible. Occasionally, your internet is actually to blame. Tap or click for the best ways to fix a pokey Wi-Fi connection.

Computers July 9, 2021

Clever tech hack: How to text from your PC or Mac

If you’re working on your computer or don’t want to use your thumbs to message, send messages straight from your PC or Mac. It’s simple to set up.

Smartphones July 1, 2021

No cell signal? Best ways to boost signal strength when your calls won’t go through

Today’s tech means we’re always connected — when our connections actually work the way they should.

TECH June 22, 2021

Avoid that embarrassing moment! Hide your phone’s lock screen notifications

You’re showing a friend or coworker something on your phone when a text or other notification pops up that you wish they didn’t see. Here's what to do.

Smartphones June 12, 2021

Lock down your phone from snoops and hackers

Your phone is full of secrets, whether you think about it that way or not