Why multitasking is impossible

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Juggling tons of tasks? Here’s why that’s not as efficient as you think, in 60 seconds.

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Cities and states that pay the most for IT and cybersecurity jobs

When I say I host a national tech radio show, you can imagine the questions I get. “Can you help me get my PC to turn on?” “Why is my phone doing this weird thing?” Sorry, my friends. I’m here for all your digital lifestyle questions, but leave the IT work to those pros.

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Why scientists are turning to wild mice

Lab mice have been used for almost a century to test new drugs, study the impacts of specific environments on the body and improve the medical field. But, those mice don’t have the same immunities as humans and are raised in sterile environments. Scientists have recently started using wild mice to better recreate the immune systems of humans for more accurate results.

Tackle your to-do lists with these 5 great apps

Adulting is hard. When you were a child, the most important thing you had to remember was when is rectangle pizza day for school lunch. Tap or click here for a helpful scheduling app.

But when you get older, you have meetings, doctor appointments, kids to pick up from daycare and much more to remember. The good news is you don’t have to do it alone. With the help of technology, you can always have a digital to-do list in your hand.

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3 places you should never put a security camera

Location is everything when it comes to your home security setup. You could spend thousands on a top-of-the-line system, but setting up your cameras near the ground does nothing. You always want your security cams high on walls and near room corners.

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Can’t put your phone down? Here are tips to cut back on screen time

The more apps you have, the slower your phone runs and the more exposed you are to security risks. Tap or click here to run an app audit.

More apps lead to more time spent staring at our screens. Take a guess which country’s residents are most addicted to their phones? If you guessed the U.S., you’re wrong.

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Is your car tracking you? Here's how to find out and put a stop to it

Whether you drive a classic or a 10-year-old car, safety should still be your chief concern. Here are five ways tech can modernize your old car.

New cars are computers on wheels. Don’t believe me? The average vehicle nowadays has over 1,400 microchips in it. Because your car is connected, it can also collect a lot of data about you. Your car is like your phone, computer or tablet now — always listening.

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Why do mosquitoes bite some people more than others?

Mosquitoes are a real annoyance. They land on you, drink your blood, make you itchy and can carry deadly diseases. But you might have noticed that some people get bitten more than others. So, why does this happen? It turns out to be more complicated than you may think.

Tools you didn’t know were built into your iPhone

The iPhone turns 16 this year and is constantly evolving. Here’s what may be coming with iOS 17 later this year.

Whether you’re new to the iPhone or have had one for years, there’s always something new to discover. Check out these tools you’ll use all the time.

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U.S. counties with the longest life expectancy

Do you work with multiple windows open on your computer? Here’s how that hurts your health.

Do you want to live longer? Move to Colorado. Eight of the 25 top U.S. counties with the longest life expectancy are in the Rocky Mountain state. 

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Looking for a job? Don't fall for this scam

Though many companies are calling employees back to the office, plenty of remote job opportunities exist. Tap or click for companies offering work-from-home positions right now.

An online company that promises high-paying jobs with the United States Postal Service (USPS) was recently hacked. Security researchers found leaked data on 900,000 customers, including complete credit card records. 

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