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Last Updated: May 29, 2024 03:00PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Is public Wi-Fi safe?

May 29, 2024 03:00PM ● By Adam Cochran

While the recommended approach to using public Wi-Fi is to refrain from using credit cards or sharing personal data, this advice is often deemed obsolete in most cases—but not all.

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7 practical ways to assist family caregivers when you can’t be there

May 29, 2024 11:53AM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Learn practical ways to support a caregiver of a parent or loved one with Alzheimer's from a distance.

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Save 911 for emergencies: a guide to using non-emergency numbers

Apr 03, 2024 02:54PM

Learn the difference between emergency and non-emergency situations, when to dial 911 and when to use non-emergency numbers for police assistance in El Paso County.

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Top apps and smart devices that make habits stick

Apr 03, 2024 02:24PM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Technology can help form lasting habits with apps and smart devices that use gamification to make self-improvement fun and rewarding.

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How to cancel your unwanted subscriptions and save big

Feb 23, 2024 02:32PM ● By Adam Cochran

Discover effective strategies to cancel and prevent unwanted subscriptions from draining your bank account.

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Dating in the digital age: Navigating love, scams and social media chaos

Jan 29, 2024 10:26AM ● By Adam Cochran

Discover essential tips on avoiding scams in the pursuit of genuine connections and learn how to navigate the tech-driven landscape of modern romance.

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4 techy tools to track your heart health

Jan 29, 2024 10:08AM ● By Sandra Gordon

Learn how to lower your risk of heart disease and monitor your heart health by using innovative tools for at-home blood pressure monitoring and more!

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Digitally dependent? How to reshape your relationship with technology

Jan 03, 2024 11:48AM ● By Adam Cochran

Regain control over your tech habits by implementing simple routines, such as turning off notifications, forcing yourself to take occasional social media breaks and more.

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Social Media 101

Jan 02, 2024 10:22AM ● By Kimberly Blaker

Learn about popular social media platforms and how they make it easy to stay connected on your phone, tablet or computer.

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How to strengthen your defenses against online scams

Nov 27, 2023 10:07AM ● By Adam Cochran

Stay informed about the common traps scammers set to manipulate individuals into disclosing their personal data.

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4 things to know before signing up with gig companies

Nov 22, 2023 11:59AM ● By Adam Cochran

Gig work is an excellent way to make extra money during the holidays. Get the most out of your gig work by following these 4 tips for navigating the gig economy successfully.

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Night Vision

Oct 30, 2023 12:43PM ● By Rhonda Wray

I was recently challenged to unplug—to go without electricity from sundown until bedtime. From 8-11:30 p.m., I did just that.

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