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Special Helpers to Make Life Easier

Smart speakers and their digital voice assistants are increasingly popular among older adults.  The three main digital voice assistants, and their related smart speakers, are produced by three of the technology giants.  Here’s what you need to know.
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Powerful tech tools put health care at your fingertips

Technology has always been a natural fit with health and fitness, and in the digital age it is becoming an integral part of people’s daily lives. With mobile devices like smartphones and smartwatches accompanying you wherever you go, it is much easier to constantly monitor exercise, diet, and health factors such as heart rate.
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Top tips to navigate social media

For something that has been around less than two decades (Facebook was founded in 2004), social media has taken a remarkable hold around the world. In fact, it’s become an accepted part of daily life for millions of people.

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Video calls — a lifeline in good times and bad

If there is one positive to come out of the terrible events of the COVID-19 pandemic that started in 2020, it is the realization that technology has an increasingly important role to play in society, particularly when people are confined to their homes for a prolonged period of time.
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Password protection: How to pick them, remember them, and keep them safe

Most Americans maintain dozens of online accounts — each requiring a password that is strong, memorable, and unique. That’s a tall order. Here’s what you need to know to keep your accounts safe online.
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