Easy and Free Ways to Speed Up Your Computer

How to get your device back in tip-top shape.

EDITOR'S PICKS Easy and Free Ways to Speed Up Your Computer Over time any computer loses speed, but these easy tricks can improve your performance for good. READ NOW You Can Test a Weird-Looking Link Without Clicking It Link look suspicious? You can test whether or not it's safe before seeing where it goes. This Is How Spammers Find Your Email Address Spam often feels like a never-ending plague for which there is no permanent cure. The Proper Way to Scan Your Computer for Viruses Why you may not be properly scanning your computer for viruses and other malware. Deleting Your Cookies: Why It's So Important They can be really beneficial, but they can also remember things you'd prefer they didn't. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tech Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 2019 Dotdash • All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.

Why Clearing Your Internet Cache Is So Important

And how to do it in a few simple steps.

EDITOR'S PICKS Why Clearing Your Internet Cache Is So Important A cache is a collection of snapshots and data from web pages you've visited in the past. The information is stored to make your internet experience run more smoothly and revisited web pages load faster. READ NOW Which Is a Buy, a Tablet or a Laptop? The better device for you depends on what you primarily want to use it for. This Is How Spammers Find Your Email Address Spam often feels like a never-ending plague for which there is no permanent cure. 5 Simple Fixes for Most Computer Problems Try these ideas before you pay anyone for computer services you don't really need. Deleting Your Cookies: Why It's So Important They can be really beneficial, but they can also remember things you'd prefer they didn't. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tech Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 2019 Dotdash • All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.

Know the Difference Between Invisible Web, Dark Web, and Deep Web

Contrary to popular belief, these terms mean very different things.

EDITOR'S PICKS Know the Difference Between Invisible Web, Dark Web, and Deep Web It's best to start by explaining that there are actually several layers, so to speak, of the Web: the Surface Web, the Invisible Web, and the Dark Web. READ NOW How Do Chromebooks Compare to Other Laptops? How do they compare to a Windows-based laptop or MacBook? Stop Ads From Following You Around the Internet How to keep advertisers from following you around everywhere you go. What Is Hacktivism and Who Are Its Main Targets? Whether or not hacktivism is a good thing depends on who you are. The First Thing to Do When Your Phone Gets Wet We're dispelling a few myths and explaining what the best solution is. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tech Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 2019 Dotdash • All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.

Who Is on My Wi-Fi?

How to see who's using your wireless connection.

EDITOR'S PICKS Who Is on My Wi-Fi? A crash course in what to look for and options for identifying these indicators. READ NOW Who Makes a Good Battery Anymore? It makes more sense to invest in a rechargeable pack that will save you time and money. Stop Ads From Following You Around the Internet How to keep advertisers from following you around everywhere you go. How to Tell Landline and Mobile Numbers Apart This is the easiest way to check if a phone number comes from a mobile source or landline. The First Thing to Do When Your Phone Gets Wet We're dispelling a few myths and explaining what the best solution is. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tech Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 2019 Dotdash • All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.

Search Engines You Can Use Instead of Google

You'll definitely want to check them out yourself.

EDITOR'S PICKS Search Engines You Can Use Instead of Google Google may be the biggest, but there are other, arguably better, alternatives. READ NOW Why TV Antennas Are Making a Comeback Get more channels than you thought were possible with this one-time purchase. Stop Ads From Following You Around the Internet How to keep advertisers from following you around everywhere you go. What Happens When You Press Ctrl-Alt-Del? Can you guess what this common keyboard combination does? The First Thing to Do When Your Phone Gets Wet We're dispelling a few myths and explaining what the best solution is. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tech Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 2019 Dotdash • All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.

How to Stop Google From Tracking Your Activity

You need to do more than simply turn off your location services.

EDITOR'S PICKS How to Stop Google From Tracking Your Activity It's easy to take control back, whether you want to shut off specific features like Google location or ad tracking. READ NOW These Are the Best Job Search Engines Online If you're in the market for a new job, you'll definitely want to check out this list. Stop Ads From Following You Around the Internet How to keep advertisers from following you around everywhere you go. The 11 Simplest (Free) Email Services of 2019 Free email accounts come with downsides, but these stand way above the rest. The First Thing to Do When Your Phone Gets Wet We're dispelling a few myths and explaining what the best solution is. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tech Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 2019 Dotdash • All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.