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Five digital age cost-cutting tips

Frugality is in style, but that doesn't mean you should unnecessarily sacrifice important aspects of your routine for the sake of saving money. Take advantage of the digital tools you have to help find deals and cheaper alternatives to the products and services you already use. Follow these five tips to help slash costs without sacrificing your fun this summer.

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Five things to teach your parents about using social media

Parents everywhere are signing up for social media websites to better engage with their children and keep up with their activities, among other things. Whether yours are already on Facebook and Twitter or have just discovered e-mail, it's probably time to have "the talk" about social media. It may not be as awkward as the birds and the bees, but introducing your parents to online social networks may deter embarrassing mishaps that will forever be cached online.

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The 5 late-summer shows you need to watch

It's the time of year when early-summer shows start wrapping up and late-summer series being rolling out - which means there's no better time to take advantage of great satellite TV promotions (link to: http://www.tvbydirect.com/) and get in on the action. Check out these five Emmy-nominated late-summer dramas that are worth watching again and again. They all have upcoming seasons and they have over three dozen Emmy nominations, combined.

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Tools to make back-to-school supplies a little lighter

The school bell will soon ring for your children, whether they're boarding the elementary school bus or unloading a car full of furnishings into their tiny college dorm room. Before their classes begin and assignments start rolling in, make sure they have everything they need to succeed during the school year.

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Six apps that will assist you in healthy living

When fingers get pointed in debates over the obesity epidemic in the United States, technology sometimes shoulders some of the blame. Time in front of computer screens or television is often listed as part of the reason why Americans aren't as healthy as they have been in the past. But the truth is there are also technological advances that have the potential to guide you in your quest for a healthier lifestyle, whether that is eating right, exercising or keeping tabs on vital numbers that are important to your health.

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Are my vehicle's electronics and other add-ons insured?

Are you driving around in the ride of your dreams? Whether your car is a souped-up Mustang, a classic with all the bells and whistles or a Ford Escort with an improved sound system, your car is likely one of your most prized possessions.

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What does 3D TV mean for Saturday mornings?

Today, many American kids spend their Saturday mornings in one of two ways - watching cartoons or playing video games. A recent announcement by major television companies could revolutionize both activities.

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Can the Internet help define, close the generation gap?

The Internet is a great equalizer, giving all who use it virtually the same access to a vast vault of information, from the relevant and vital to silly minutia. Yet how we use the Web and behave in the digital world varies greatly, depending on our age, familiarity with digital media and other demographic factors, a new survey reveals.

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The downside of having too many gadgets in your car

How many gadgets do you have in your car? If it's a newer model, the answer is probably "way too many."

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How to make choosing entertainment options a breeze

Whether it's looking for the perfect first-date movie or searching for lyrics to a favorite song, Americans are spending increasing amounts of time searching for ideal ways to spend their hard-earned free time and dollars. In fact, one of every 10 online searches is entertainment related. While the online explosion of entertainment activities and information means more choices, it also means doing more leg-work to find that right choice.

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