July 30, 2022

Tech advice you can trust™

Don't miss the three jam-packed hours of my show — catching it is as easy as ...

Listen every weekend on your local radio station.

Find your station

Watch it live or tune in on your schedule.

Be the first to see it

Listen to the podcast anytime, anywhere.

Listen or download

Visit GetKim.com now to try the
Komando Community FREE for 30 days. →

This week on my show

Smartphone tricks to never miss an important call or text notification again

Your phone informs you of messages, events, appointments and social media updates via push notifications and sounds. Sometimes that's not enough and you could miss something important. Whether you have an iPhone or Android, you can set up notification alerts to work with your phone's flashlight, virtual assistant and more. Here's how to ensure you don't miss a notification again.

Tap or click here for ways to get notifications from your device. →

Best free Windows and Mac security downloads for your computer

Surfing the web without protection is like swimming through shark-infested waters in your birthday suit. You're floating towards the danger zone. Maybe you're putting it off because you think cybersecurity is expensive. You're mistaken. It can actually be 100% free! Take these six cost-free security downloads, for example.

Tap or click here for the best free security downloads for Windows and Mac. →

BUSINESS SMARTS

When you own your own business, you're the CEO, the marketer, the IT person and the data analyst. Don't go it alone. Get Kim's must-read small biz tips every week.

SUBSCRIBE NOW →

🎧 AUDIO BRIEFING

New Google Maps features, Windows hack, video camera tricks

Hackers breached Twitter. This could put your whole digital world in danger. Plus, Google Maps is rolling out three new features that will change your future trips forever. Also, you'll get insider Windows tips plus a few video camera tricks. We're also taking you inside the FTC's battle with fake reviews along with Meta's fight to get rid of "leap seconds."

Subscribe wherever you listen:

Video from the show

Why astronauts have trouble sleeping in space

Getting a good night's sleep can be difficult. Sometimes we can't get comfortable, or the room is just too hot. But that's just here on Earth. Imagine the issues astronauts have getting some shut-eye in space. There are a ton of issues these courageous men and women have to deal with. Spoiler: It's not easy to sleep in space if you're claustrophobic.

WATCH NOW →

Kim answers your questions

Got a question for Kim? Email her here.

Help picking workstations

I run my own business and I could use some help choosing laptops and computers for my team. Where should I start?

If you're not a total tech geek, figuring out what to spend your money on is seriously stressful. We use Dell OptiPlex and Precision workstations at Komando HQ, which are on sale right now. Really, though, you need help finding the right models for you and your business.

Dell Technologies Advisors can guide you. They have financing options, too, and can help you get everything set up correctly.

Check out the sales here, then call 877-ASK-DELL to find technology that can help your small business.

Home security and data use

I am thinking about getting SimpliSafe for my home but do not have unlimited internet. If I get this system, along with a few cameras, how much data will I be using up on a monthly basis before my general use? And will it slow down my computer or smart television?

SimpliSafe cameras record only when triggered. Different events have different recording times, and the data used also depends on video quality. Here's an example. Say you had a break-in that lasted 5 minutes. With the default quality (720p), that recording would typically be about 30 MB.

You'd need to have several full alarms every single day for a month to reach a gigabyte of data. Allow about 10 MB a day per camera. All the other components run on cellular that's included with the monthly monitoring bill.

Visit SimpliSafeKim.com to get 20% off, a month free when you sign up for Interactive Monitoring, free shipping and a 60-day, money-back guarantee.

Drowning in spreadsheets

Is there ANYTHING I can use besides QuickBooks for my financials? The more I use QB, the more disgusted I become! HELP!

Sounds like you're drowning in spreadsheets. Don’t let QuickBooks slow you down, and stop paying for multiple systems that don’t give you the information you need when you need it. It’s time to upgrade to NetSuite by Oracle, the world’s No. 1 cloud business system.

NetSuite gives you visibility and control over your financials, HR, inventory, e-commerce and more — all in one place — instantaneously.

Want to check it out? Let NetSuite show you how they’ll benefit your business with a free product tour at NetSuite.com/Kim.

Ditch QuickBooks and upgrade your business to the No. 1 cloud solution

This is it. The putt to win the tournament. If you sink it, the championship is yours. But on your backswing, your hat falls over your eyes. Is this how you're running your business? Poor visibility because you're still relying on spreadsheets and outdated finance software?

To see the full picture, you need to upgrade to NetSuite by Oracle. Gain visibility and control of your financials, inventory, HR, planning, budgeting and more. With NetSuite, you can automate your processes and close your books in no time while staying well ahead of your competition. Approximately 93% of surveyed businesses increased their visibility and control after upgrading to NetSuite. Over 31,000 businesses already use NetSuite.

This summer, NetSuite has a new financing program for those ready to upgrade! Head to NetSuite.com/Kim for this special, one-of-a-kind financing offer on the No. 1 financial system for growing businesses. →

Kim's weekly column & tech tip

This tech mistake is costing you money every single month

There's always new to spend money on when it comes to tech. All those bright, shiny gadgets and expensive subscriptions add up. I have a trick to save your budget that tech companies don't want you to know about. You can thank me later.

Tap or click for this money-saving secret. →

Tech tip: Change these TV settings to reduce eye strain

When you think about eye strain, your computer or phone might be what comes to mind. But your TV can impact your eyes, too. Luckily, it's not hard to give your eyes a break by considering where your TV is and adjusting a few settings.

Tap or click to make your next movie night a lot more fun. →