Google Chrome gets a massive upgrade — 5 downloads that could destroy your computer
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4 things you need to know today 1. Walmart shoppers, beware – New package delivery scam on the loose Expecting a package? Don't let your excitement cloud your judgment. A recent scam sees crooks sending out emails purported to be from Walmart, claiming that a package wasn't delivered due to an incorrect address. Don't take the bait! We'll show you how to spot this scam and others like it. We'll also give you tips to protect yourself from these phishy activities. Tap or click here to outsmart the latest phishing scams. → |
2. Use Chrome? Time to download the biggest upgrade in years Chrome is known to be a bit heavy-handed when it comes to using system resources. But a new update is making it super fast, and you're going to want to give it a test drive. We've got details on what's changing and how to get the upgrade. Tap or click here to speed up your browser. → |
3. 5 dangerous downloads that could obliterate your computer You know by now malware is tricky to spot. It can do a ton of damage if it makes its way onto your computer. You avoid sketchy websites and don't click links in phishy emails — but there are some other dangerous habits you might not realize can land you in a world of trouble. Tap or click to protect yourself from harmful downloads. → |
4. Change these 3 hidden Google settings to protect your privacy Sure, you can disentangle yourself from Big Tech companies ... if you're willing to say goodbye to your iPhone or Android, stop shopping on Amazon and say goodbye to Google. For most of us, privacy invasion and tracking are worth the convenience. That doesn't mean you can't take control over your settings and take back at least some of your privacy. Tap or click for Google settings you should dive into right now. → |
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🎧 AUDIO BRIEFING | SEO 101: How to get more traffic to your website If you have a website, you want it to show up on the first page of Google for as many different search terms as possible. How can you get there? SEO, or search engine optimization, is the secret sauce that stands between you and ranking highly. Kim chats with SEO expert Steve Wiideman about the insider secrets to boost your rankings and make more money online. Play Now • 44 min ▶ |
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| Brand New or Not True: The Kim Komando Show, May 8, 2020 In Brand New or Not True, Kim introduces three products. One is brand new, and the other two are totally fake. Every week, one of Kim's callers takes on the challenge of picking out the real product. Can you guess what's real and what's not? Don't Google it! Tap or click to see who wins this round. |
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Business ramping up? Use LinkedIn to keep up This year is looking up. If part of your growth strategy is adding new team members to your business, LinkedIn Jobs can help you find the right person quickly. To make things better, your first job post is free. Getting started is easier than ever, with new features to help you find qualified candidates. Post a job with targeted screening questions, and LinkedIn will quickly get your role in front of more qualified candidates. Manage job posts and contact candidates in one spot — even from your mobile phone. Post a job for free! Just visit LinkedIn.com/kim to get started today. → |
AND FINALLY ... Imagine having a sprawling mall in your basement! That's reality for Barbra Streisand. When she walks downstairs, she sees a sprawling mini-mall in the basement of her Malibu home. 🌴 She’s got extravagant storefronts in her basement with old-timey street signs, antique lanterns and a sweets shop. 🛍️ Oh, and the “streets” are paved with cobblestones to take you to another time. There’s also a doll shop and a store for antique clothes, where you can see some of her most famous costumes on display. You’ve got to see it to believe it! |