Why does rebooting work so well?
You’ve probably heard the technology adage, "Have you tried turning it off and on again?" While it may sound simple, a great deal of technical problems can be solved by just rebooting your device. But why? How does this magical fix work?
Microsoft has made a huge comeback
Apple is slowly giving up its wide control of the tech market to the uprising Microsoft. Over the past 10 years, Microsoft has been steadily rising. What makes it rising to be the next world’s most valuable company?
What would history look like through the eyes of a
Chickens are pretty old birds. For numerous civilizations past and present, they have been a source of food both in their meat and with their eggs. But when did people first start using chickens, and how have they influenced the pen of history? Find out why the chicken crossed the road, and much more.
‘Doctor Who’ and women in sci-fi
What is the Doctor’s greatest power? For the first time in 55 years, the British television show "Doctor Who" is revolutionizing the way that women are being portrayed in sci-fi. Although it isn’t the first franchise doing this, it could be the most ground-breaking.
These are the last reindeer herders in the world
There’s a remote village in Mongolia that’s accessible only by horseback. It’s stood as the epicenter of reindeer herding for thousands of years, but as families left the area over the years, the practice has been difficult to keep alive. The nomadic Dukha people have been passing down their herding tradition for generations, through harsh weather conditions and increasing tugs toward technological innovation. But still the ancient heritage persists.
Why Bing isn’t a failure
When was the last time you used Bing? It’s probably not you’re go-to search engine, but that doesn’t mean it’s a failure. In fact, Bing is very important, especially to the future of the internet. Want to find out why it isn’t a failure even if you might not use it?
Why no one in Israel has a peanut allergy
It’s quite likely that you or someone you know has a peanut allergy. That’s because between 1997 and 2008, the number of American children with a peanut allergy tripled. However, that isn’t the case around the world. In Israel, hardly anyone has a peanut allergy at all.
How reliable are fingerprints?
The first rule in committing a crime is to wear gloves, right? Your fingerprint is not only used to track criminal activity; it's used in everything from police investigations to airport security, and it works because there’s no one else in the world with matching prints. But how reliable is fingerprint analysis actually? Tap or click to find out.
Bitcoin’s rough 2018
Remember last year around this time? Bitcoin was worth more than it had ever been, and has yet to be since then. After the bitcoin bubble of 2017 popped, cryptocurrencies have been having a difficult year. What made bitcoin fall so far?
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Black Friday 2018: 5 deals we know about so far
The best time to plan your Black Friday shopping is right now. Even if you're not going to be throwing elbows down at Walmart, you want to make sure there's money set aside for big purchases. Sure, it ruins the surprise a little, but who wants to be waiting in line for one thing then find out there's something even better across town? Deals are already beginning to leak out, even with Black Friday this far away. Here's five big deals we already know about on electronics and other tech goodies for Black Friday.
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December 8, 2018 – Hour 3
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
Finally, one for the kids. Mickey and his friends tell three Christmas stories: “Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas,” a reminder that Christmas is so special because it only comes once a year; “A Very Goofy Christmas”, which finds Goofy trying to teach his son the joys of Santa Claus; and “Mickey & Minnie’s Gift Of The Magi”, which recreates the classic tale with the Disney icons.
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
Finally, one for the kids. Mickey and his friends tell three Christmas stories: “Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas,” a reminder that Christmas is so special because it only comes once a year; “A Very Goofy Christmas”, which finds Goofy trying to teach his son the joys of Santa Claus; and “Mickey & Minnie’s Gift Of The Magi”, which recreates the classic tale with the Disney icons.
A Christmas Prince (2017)
Here's your second rom-com of the season, and it's a Netflix exclusive. It's the story of an everywoman who falls in love with a prince - happens all the time. Follow this story through fanciful romance and royal drama. And be sure to see the sequel, "A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding," for the whole story.
A Very Murray Christmas (2015)
This Christmas special/movie is filled with all your favorite celebrities and music that will make you want it to be Christmas already. Featuring George Clooney, Amy Poehler, Michael Cera, Maya Rudolph and the star, Bill Murray. Watch a planned holiday special turn into so much more.
Love Actually (2003)
Here's a romantic comedy that has touched a lot of hearts. In these nine intertwined stories set around Christmas, there's one common thread. Love is the one emotion that connects us all. Hugh Grant, Martine McCutcheon and Alan Rickman star in these complex interrelated tales of love and loss, hardship and happiness.
The Christmas Chronicles (2018)
This fun film has been an unexpected hit for Netflix. Siblings Kate and Teddy Pierce hatch a scheme to capture Santa Claus on Christmas Eve. When the plan goes awry, the kids join forces with a somewhat jolly Saint Nick (Kurt Russell) and his loyal elves to save the holiday before it's too late. Keep an eye out for Mrs. Russell, Goldie Hawn!
White Christmas (1954)
An instant classic, "White Christmas" tells the story of two singers who join two sisters to perform a Christmas show in rural Vermont. When they get there, they run into an old friend from the war, whose business is failing. So the two decide to plan a yuletide extravaganza to bring the business back from the brink! Filled with lots of Christmas cheer and classic holiday music, you’ll love rewatching this film!
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Kim’s advice on live streaming important fam
Dan from Savannah, GA called in to The Kim Komando Show asking about the best way to live stream from his mobile device. Since his wife travels quite a bit, she misses out on seeing their children play in their sports games. Dan's solution has been live streaming their kid's games but it hasn't been going as well as he had hoped. Poor video quality, poor signal and more has been plaguing his attempts to share these precious memories. Kim gives Dan advice on how to properly set up his device for better live streaming as well as some other apps he can use to live stream.
One thing you need to do now to protect your onlin
With all the hacking, scamming, online fraud and so much more out there, it can be difficult to really know how to protect your online accounts. Plus, with robocalls, your cellphone number is vulnerable, too. Well I've recently discovered a way to make sure not only to protect your identity online, but you also maintain the security of your cellphone number. It's easier then you may think, and I can show you.
Kim’s Advice: Best computer for video editin
Dave from Green Bay, WI called in to The Kim Komando Show to get advice on what computer he should purchase for editing his vacation videos. Dave and his girlfriend are traveling extensively and making memories. Already an avid still photographer, Dave is now taking a lot of digital video of their trips and would like to buy a computer that can handle extensive video editing. Kim gives Dave tips on the ideal computer to purchase that can help him edit their memories like a pro.
Practical and boring tech gifts people will use ti
Sometimes amazing tech doesn't need all the flash and glitz to make it incredibly useful. Some tech is more about convenience, ease of use, and the way it impacts our lives, rather than how much it blows our mind. This Christmas, maybe it's time we get our loved ones something they will use virtually on a daily basis. Some of these items may seem simple, but can really be life changers.
New ways to come up with a secure password
Passwords are just one of those things we have to get used to. They basically are required for almost everything we do now. Our phones, tablets, email, bank account - you name it, they are everywhere. But are you making sure you are safe online with all your different passwords? Are you managing them correctly or making sure they are robust enough? You might not be as safe as you think.
The inspirational story of a wounded veteran
Steven from Monroe, UT, a Vietnam War veteran himself, called in to the show to share his inspirational story about his son, Rob, who was gravely wounded in Iraq. Rob was in and out of numerous hospitals, had several surgeries, and the whole family was affected. Kim has always feels deeply connected to the military and to her listeners. Steven called to thank Kim for getting his son a laptop that helped him pass the time during hospital visits and when he went back to school. The Kim Komando Show thanks all those who serve our country and has always supported our men and women in our military.
Traveling this holiday season? Here’s 5 ways
Some people might know that traveling can leave you even more vulnerable to hackers and scammers. As the holidays approach many of us will be traveling more and more. So how do we protect ourselves? Well, there are some simple tricks we can use while we are online and traveling that can make sure we keep our personal and financial information safe. I can show you how.
Set up your own personal VPN
Hackers have a ton of tools to get your personal information. They can use social media, emails, fraudulent websites and so much more to hack you and get whatever they want. There is good news, though. You can use your own set of tools to protect yourself. One of these tools is a VPN or Virtual Private Network. VPNs can make sure you are protected from a number of hacks, and they are relatively simple to set up. I can show you how with some simple steps.
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December 8, 2018 – Hour 1
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
December 8, 2018 – Hour 2
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
December 8, 2018 – Hour 3
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
December 1, 2018 – Hour 1
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
December 1, 2018 – Hour 2
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
December 1, 2018 – Hour 3
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
November 24, 2018 – Hour 1
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
November 24, 2018 – Hour 2
Kim Komando shares the latest information about everything digital, with plenty of fun, and the best callers from coast-to-coast!
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I just wanted to wish you a very Merry Christmas!
May your day be filled with love and joy!
OneRepublic – ‘Good Life’
Music video by OneRepublic performing Good Life. (C) 2011 Mosley Music/Interscope Records
The Rolling Stones – ‘Gimme Shelter
The Rolling Stones performing "Gimme Shelter", live at the Shanghai Grand Stadium, 8th April 2006.
P!nk – ‘Try’
Music video by P!nk performing Try. (C) 2012 RCA Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment
OneRepublic – ‘Counting Stars’
Music video by OneRepublic performing Counting Stars. (C) 2013 Mosley Music/Interscope Records
Norah Jones – ‘Miriam’
Music video by Norah Jones performing Miriam. (P) (C) 2012 Blue Note Records. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of applicable laws. Manufactured by Blue Note Records, 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011.
Natasha Bedingfield – ‘Pocketful of Su
Music video by Natasha Bedingfield performing Pocketful Of Sunshine. (C) 2008 Sony BMG Music Entertainment (UK) Limited
Michael Buble – ‘Feeling Good’
© 2006 WMGDirected by Noble Jones
Komando.com Reports
3 new online marketplaces better than Craigslist
Once upon a time, Craigslist was a great idea. Post classified ads for free! Buy and sell what you want without any hassles! Craigslist was easy and straightforward. You could throw up text and photos, then take them down whenever you wanted. You didn't even have to post your email address. Now, Craigslist is a ghost of its former self. As goes the internet, new marketplaces keep opening up, and I’ve been very pleased with many of these alternatives.
Best streaming service: Netflix vs. Vudu vs. Amazo
When you’re picking a streaming video service, so many questions pop up: how much does it cost? What movies does it have? Can you find current episodes of your favorite TV show, or are they all from past seasons? Is there an app, and how well does it work? The list goes on and on.
5 ways to slash your smartphone bills
Remember, a smartphone is a small computer, and computers are expensive. Even older-model phones can cost hundreds of dollars, never mind the $1,149 you'd have to pay for an iPhone X with 256GB, or the Samsung Galaxy S9, which costs upwards of $950. No matter the carrier, the freefall days of free and discounted phones are over, at least among mainstream providers. The pressure to own a smartphone is high, so how do you keep those expenses as low as possible?
Insider tricks to keep hackers and scammers from s
Cybercriminals are out in full force looking for ways to steal your data. It’s worth money to them. That’s why we’ve seen a massive uptick in the number of data breaches over the past few years. Unfortunately, most folks don’t know they’ve been hacked until it’s too late. With cybercrime so rampant, you need to be proactive about protecting yourself.
15 tech upgrades you can get for free
You’ve spent so much money already – on a laptop, tablet, computer, router, network extender, printer, and smartphone. You’ve signed up for the internet, and you’re paying monthly fees. You’ll be relieved to know that a lot of tech is free.
Tips and apps for office administration
Terry from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, called in to the show to learn how to optimize their on site security reporting. Their community hires off-duty police officers to patrol the neighborhood and are looking to update how officers check in, how they report, and how they can communicate more effectively in the field.
Clever Alexa commands you can use again and again!
More than any other device, Alexa has become our closest approximation of artificial intelligence. She has a voice and personality, and if you ask the right question, she’ll even get sassy with you. Users even refer to Alexa as “she.” We usually prefer to say her name, rather than the name of the device itself, Amazon Echo. For many owners, Alexa is more than a mere virtual assistant; she has become something like a domestic companion, a Rosie or R2-D2 that can also order takeout.
Incredible useful travel apps you didn’t know ab
Have smartphone, will travel. Nowadays, your phone may operate in many different countries, or you can easily stick a SIM card into the slot and pick up a local data plan. Another option is to keep your phone off and only use Wi-Fi whenever you find it. In short, your phone is still useful when you travel, and you can access your apps in seaports and souks around the globe. Many apps are designed to enhance the travel experience.
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Clearing Cache Made Easy
So what is Cache, why you need to empty it and how to do it. It's easier than you think and we'll show you right here.
Change this one setting to get faster internet spe
Have you ever been frustrated by slow internet speeds? There are many things that could be causing delays in your connection speed. No one likes waiting for web pages to load or videos to play. But if you haven't changed this setting on your computer, you're probably not getting the speeds you deserve.
Sell your old cellphone for big bucks
When learning about and playing with your new smartphone, did you ever stop to think about what to do with the old one? Throw it out? Give it away? You weren't planning on using it ever again, after all, and it was just going to be a high-tech paperweight. While it may be too late for the phone you replaced years ago, it's a good thing to know that you can actually sell your old phone. And not for pennies, either. But for real money.
These forensic tools expose any photo’s hidd
Images contain a treasure trove of hidden, useful data, including date and time of image capture, time zone, type of smartphone used, and the geographical location the image was taken. To expose any photo’s hidden data, forensic tools may be used. Forensic tools can detect simple metadata or perform more advanced functions, such as to determine if a photo was altered.
Stop robocalls with Google Voice
Even with the federal Do Not Call registry in place, automated phone calls can still come flooding in. Many businesses sell your information to third parties. In fact, agreeing to this kind of information trade can be part of the deal for many free or low-cost services. The bottom line is: Robocalls are annoying and need to be stopped.
You’re missing out on what Google can really
What does Google mean to you? Maybe it’s just how you search the internet. Maybe Google Docs is your main word processing program. Maybe it’s your email provider. That’s as far as many people go with Google, but the company offers way more than that.
How to know if someone blocked your number
When you block a number, you no longer receive calls or text messages from that person. With Apple’s iPhone, it also blocks FaceTime contacts. This can be helpful for stopping some unwanted spam calls, but it can also be used for personal reasons. You won’t get any sort of official notice if someone blocks your calls, but you can make an educated guess by looking for these signs.
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