Kim Komando Tech Tips

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Easy ways to free up storage space in Google or Gmail

If your Google storage is full, or nearly full, photos might be the culprit. But you might be surprised to find out how much space emails and attachments take up.
3 years ago
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Make sure you’re giving these checkups to your tech

Finding and fixing problems early is critical if you want to make your tech last. Running a checkup is easier than you think.
3 years ago
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This great freebie stops annoying robocalls, gives you 2nd phone number

The more widespread your phone number is, the more vulnerable you are to hackers and other bad actors. A secondary number protects your primary one, but it can do a lot more, too.
3 years ago
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How to find anyone’s email address online

Maybe you wrote down someone’s email address incorrectly. You may still be able to find it through an online search.
3 years ago
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Here’s how you can easily text from your PC or Mac

If you’re working on your computer or don’t want to use your thumbs to message, send texts straight from your PC or Mac. It’s simple to set up.
3 years ago
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How to get Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant to understand you better

If you’ve been having a hard time getting through to your voice assistant, here’s how to get Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant to understand you better.
3 years ago
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Best ways to boost signal strength when cellphone call won’t go through

It can be downright dangerous when you can’t make a call when you need to because of a spotty cellphone signal. These tips can help.
3 years ago
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Avoid embarrassing moments! Hide your phone’s lock screen notifications

It’s happened to me. 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.
3 years ago
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These simple tricks will help speed up your smartphone

What’s eating up all the storage space on your smartphone? Certain apps may be to blame. Ditch them and watch your phone speed up.
3 years ago
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Lock down your phone from snoops and hacks

Your phone is full of secrets, whether you think about it that way or not. It takes just a few minutes to set up your phone the secure way.
3 years ago
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5 insider tech travel hacks you’ll use for every trip

Let's jump into the essential travel steps before you hit the road to save you time, money, and a whole lot of stress.
3 years ago
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10 apps you need to remove from your phone to protect data

Apps used to be fun add-ons to get the most out of your phone; now, they’re vital to our everyday communication, work, and play. But there are plenty that pose a threat to your data.
3 years ago
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Survey finds 86% are fed up with Big Tech’s intrusive ways

Nowadays, you can't go online or turn on the news without hearing about the control Big Tech has on our lives — and the growing resentment around it.
3 years ago
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Follow these steps to erase yourself from the internet

It's nearly impossible to delete yourself from the web totally, but you can wipe out quite a bit if you know where to start.
3 years ago
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If you have a security cam, take these essential steps

Keeping an eye on your home from afar used to mean spending a fortune on professional installation and monitoring. Now, you can install cameras, a smart doorbell, or a full security system yourself.
3 years ago
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7 secrets hackers don’t want you to know about

Your first line of defense against hackers is knowing the basics of cybersecurity that everyone likes to ignore.
3 years ago
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Here’s a tech tip to speed up your Windows or Mac startup the easy way

Remember back when you bought your computer? It was blazing fast, started up as soon as you hit the power button, and everything was clean and tidy. You can get some of that back
3 years ago
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Best ways to clean all the dirt and grime off your tech

Maybe you’ve set aside your stash of pandemic disinfectant wipes, but that doesn't mean you should ignore your tech.
3 years ago
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5 ways to keep your online searches private in the digital age

Let's take a closer look at the privacy options available for your online searches.
3 years ago
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5 dangerous downloads that could wreck your computer

Let’s look at a few download habits that could ruin your computer.
3 years ago
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3 changes to make right away for privacy quick fixes

There are countless hackers, data-hungry companies, developers, advertisers, and snoops on the hunt for your information.
3 years ago
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5 new Windows trick you’ll wish you knew before now

Here are five new Windows tricks to try out that include screen sharing and a better way to organize files.
3 years ago
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Here’s why you get so many car warranty robocalls

Your best move when you realize it’s a robocall is to hang up the phone immediately and never press any numbers on your phone during the call.
3 years ago
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3 Amazon privacy settings you need to change now

As with all things Big Tech, you can't skip the critical steps to ensure your privacy. Keep reading to tackle three of the biggest ones with your Amazon account.
3 years ago