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The world wide web is a source of infinite information at our fingertips. You can learn something new, discover something old, or share something special of your very own. Here at Reader’s Digest, we know that not everything on the internet is as it seems, so we’re here to help you safely decode, understand, and explore all it has to offer.

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How to Prevent Companies from Buying and Selling Your Personal Information

Your information is everywhere. Here's how to stop data brokers from buying and selling it.

What Does TTYL Mean?

You’ve probably read it in a text or seen it online, but what does it mean, and how...


How to Browse the Web Anonymously, According to Tech Experts

Follow these expert tips to browse the web anonymously without being tracked


What Is Phishing, and How Can You Prevent This Cyberattack?

Phishing is one of the oldest and most common types of cyber fraud. Here's how to protect yourself.


Misinformation vs. Disinformation: How to Tell the Difference

Even the savviest of us can be fooled. In today's digital landscape, false information spreads rapidly, so understanding...

How Does Airplane Wi-Fi Work, Anyway?

Ever wonder how you're able to use the internet 36,000 feet above the ground? Here's how in-flight Wi-Fi...


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9 Things You Should Never Google

Avoid spiraling down the dark hole of Internet searches and creating unnecessary stress for yourself by skipping these keywords.


How to Get Free Wi-Fi Wherever You Go

Figuring out how to get free Wi-Fi when you're on the go isn't always easy. This step-by-step guide can help.


15 Things That Could Happen If Social Media Disappeared

Your life would change in many ways if social media never existed. Here's how.


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What Does ICYMI Mean?

You’ve likely seen it in your inbox or in your Twitter feed, but what does ICYMI mean?


What Does Wi-Fi Stand For?

If you think Wi-Fi stands for "wireless fidelity," think again


How to Disappear from the Internet

Take these steps to erase your activity from the internet's long memory


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How to Delete Yourself from Google Searches

Looking to regain a little privacy? Follow these steps to remove your personal information from Google searches—or at least hide...

47 Gmail Keyboard Shortcuts to Start Using Today

Spend less time on email—and save your wrists, too—with these helpful Gmail shortcuts you’ll wish you knew sooner.


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How to Avoid Security Risks on Public Wi-Fi Networks

Protect your personal information by taking precautions when using public network Wi-Fi


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7 Red Flags Someone Is Stealing Your Wi-Fi

Having an outside party steal your Wi-Fi can be, at best, inconvenient and frustrating, and at worst, harmful to you...


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35 Fun Google Tricks You’ll Want to Try Immediately

From functional to fun: The all-powerful search engine is packed with more cool Google tricks than you realized.


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How to Hide Your House from Google Street View

If you've ever looked up your house on Google street view and seen your car in the driveway and your...


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20 Free Things You Can Do Online—That Weren’t Free Before

Put your wallet away. The Internet is full of free books, free movies, free coupons, and so much more.


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How to Check Your Internet Speed (and Why It’s Important)

Nothing slows down your life like slow Internet.


What Does “URL” Stand For?

You know what a URL does, but can you explain what URL stands for? We have the answer.


How and When Google Maps Takes Pictures for Street View

We know you've wondered how Google Street View obtains those eerie pictures of your house

This Is How Often You Should Reboot Your Router

Giving your router a break can do more than just speed up your internet connection, so how often should you...


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7 Times You Shouldn’t Select “Keep Me Signed in”

It's easier in the short term but it could put your security at risk.


This Is the Difference Between a Router and a Modem

You likely know that you need these two items to get access to the Internet, but might not know why....


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15 Things the Internet Told Us That Just Aren’t True

You know what they say: If it's on the Internet then it must be true. Well, we're about to bust...


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There’s a Surprisingly Easy Way to Delete Yourself from the Internet

We all probably have wanted this service at some point or another.