From writing too long to peppering your message with emoticons, elevate your IMs to the next level with these texting power tips.

18 Questions to ask before buying a new mobile phone.

Email and other online account information is tougher to hack if you follow these password checkup tips.

Girding your PC defenses against viruses and hackers means not making the mistake of believing these myths:

#5 — Only naïve users get their systems infected.Remember, malware from “drive-by downloads” happens automatically without any user action other than visiting the site. Therefore, it doesn’t matter what level of computer expertise you have; if you visit sites on the Internet, you are at risk.

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How you can dry out wet smartphones, cameras and other electronic devices.

The Most In-Demand Consumer Technology of the Season Selected by Leading Industry Experts When it comes to predicting the hottest tech gifts this holiday shopping season, top retail analysts have the inside scoop on the latest and greatest. This is the My Keepon.

“Is this the new Furby? You can’t help but love a dancing robot.” — Jason Blackwell, ABI Research