Technology

We should practice good habits that keep us from wasting time online while still taking advantage of all of its benefits. Racking up too much screen time can be detrimental to your productivity and can hurt your real-world social interactions. A daily glass of wine can be good for your health; a bottle a day can be bad. ...

Just like a virus in the real world, internet criminals capitalize on our bad habits. They want us to open unsolicited emails and text messages so they can steal our money and identities. They count on us to take scam bait because it’s written in such a way to make us fearful, angry or sympathetic to a situation. ...

When it comes to Social Security, there’s no better place to do your business or get answers than on the website. Here are Social Security's top 10 web pages of 2021, featuring online services to better serve you. ...

Smart phones, tablets, Wi-Fi hotspots and tech gadgets can make life easier in many ways, but that's only true if you know how to use them to your advantage. Keep an open mind and allow technology to broaden your world. ...

Better Business Bureau wants you to enjoy your holiday season without worrying about getting scammed. To avoid holiday headaches — whether online or over the phone — heed these warnings! ...

Don't click that link! Better Business Bureau® (BBB) has been receiving reports from consumers receiving unsolicited text messages offering discounts, gifts and free offers. While most people love a good deal, scammers often use this information to their advantage. Con artists impersonate well-known companies like Walmart, Amazon, Costco, and USPS to make their claims seem more legitimate. If you haven't already opted in for a company to reach you via text, or if it seems too good to be true, it's probably a scam. ...

Some of the most socially isolated people during the pandemic have been those who are unable or unwilling to embrace technology. Video calls have brought us together with loved ones, friends and coworkers. It's not too late to reach out to older family members and friends to help them master video chats. Our tech columnist tells us why. ...

Social media is still used as a fun distraction for some people and taking a Facebook quiz may seem like a harmless way to pass the time. But are you giving away more information than you think? Beware of this sneaky social media scam. ...