Lifestyle & Trends - Technology

Selecting the best television service provider

Few things are more universally enjoyable than sitting back at the end of a long day and turning on the TV. Whether you're interested in sports or news or home design, television provides a wonderful distraction. However, while picking what shows to watch may be a relatively easy choice for most people, selecting the best television service provider can be a bit more difficult.

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Are my vehicle's electronics and other add-ons insured?

Are you driving around in the ride of your dreams? Whether your car is a souped-up Mustang, a classic with all the bells and whistles or a Ford Escort with an improved sound system, your car is likely one of your most prized possessions.

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How to make choosing entertainment options a breeze

Whether it's looking for the perfect first-date movie or searching for lyrics to a favorite song, Americans are spending increasing amounts of time searching for ideal ways to spend their hard-earned free time and dollars. In fact, one of every 10 online searches is entertainment related. While the online explosion of entertainment activities and information means more choices, it also means doing more leg-work to find that right choice.

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Family fun at your fingertips

With summer around the corner, you might be thinking about a vacation or what to do to keep the kids busy. Luckily, you've come a long way from the days of guidebooks and day planners. Today, you have smartphones to help plan summer vacation activities with ease.

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Preventing auto theft: Don't lose your car to opportunistic thieves

Imagine how you'd feel if you woke up one morning, looked out the window and your car was gone. It happens more often than you think. According to statistics kept by the FBI, a car is stolen somewhere in this country every 33 seconds.

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What do IT professionals do when viruses attack?

Before computers even started making their way into people's homes, programmers were writing "viruses" that could cripple entire systems. Here is an inside look into what experienced IT professionals do when their networks are attacked by viruses.

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Five digital age cost-cutting tips

Frugality is in style, but that doesn't mean you should unnecessarily sacrifice important aspects of your routine for the sake of saving money. Take advantage of the digital tools you have to help find deals and cheaper alternatives to the products and services you already use. Follow these five tips to help slash costs without sacrificing your fun this summer.

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Virtual schools 'clicking' for many students this school year

A record number of students are heading back to school this year - without ever stepping foot inside a classroom. A growing number of virtual schools (also known as cyber schools or e-schools), combined with booming parent (and student) demand for high-quality virtual education, have more students than ever logging on, instead of boarding a school bus, this back-to-school season.

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Home improvement projects made easier by technology

Home remodeling projects can become overwhelming to even the most experienced DIYers. Thanks to new technology and online resources, these projects don't have to be so daunting. With online sites and tools to keep homeowners on track, complicated projects are simpler than ever. By doing the proper research and using these new resources, homeowners will find that technology can make home improvement projects faster, and more painless and precise.

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The modern family (video) game night

Playing video games, once considered a "no parents allowed" activity, has become one of the most popular ways for families to have fun, interact and even stay healthy - together.

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