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Your Social Security number is vulnerable to identity thieves — here's how to lock it down
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to lock your Social Security number for free to prevent employment fraud and identity theft using E-Verify or by calling the SSA.

USB flash drives can work as extra RAM — here's how it works
By David Crookes published
You don't have to install physical RAM to speed up your Windows PC, here's how.

Low on RAM? This handy Windows 11 trick frees up virtual memory right now
By Christoph Schwaiger last updated
When RAM prices are too high, virtual memory offers a free alternative that keeps your Windows 11 PC running smoothly.

Google Maps can now help you find your parked car — here’s how
By David Crookes published
Google Maps has an automatic parking detection feature, here's how to use it.

Your mechanical keyboard is disgusting — here's how to clean it properly in 30 minutes
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to deep clean a mechanical keyboard by removing keycaps and cleaning switches, keys, and the keyboard base.

This Gmail feature will cut down the clutter in your inbox — and it's a huge time saver
By Philip Michaels last updated
Less mailing list chaos right now

Verizon will give you a free Nintendo Switch this holiday season when you sign up for home internet — here's how to get yours
By Kaycee Hill published
Sign up for Verizon Fios home internet and get a free Nintendo Switch, but you'll need to act fast.

Your computer can get internet through USB — here's how to set it up
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn three ways to connect your computer to the internet using USB ports, including adapters and phone tethering.
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