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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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What it takes to become a professional game designer

In order to become a qualified game designer, you must be creative, easily motivated and have a natural talent for design. Pursuing a career as a professional game designer also takes the right education, and that requires you to attend the right game design school.

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The best ways to avoid cyber scams in your city

It's something you've probably done - sign online and check your bank statement or make a purchase. But when you connect to your wireless Internet service, are you cautious of cyber scams? In 2009, cyber scams resulted in $560 million in losses, according to the Internet Crime Complaint Center's 2009 Annual Report. It's quite a jump from $265 million in losses in 2008. So before you submit your social security number or credit card information, follow these tips for avoiding cyber scams:

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The modern family (video) game night

Playing video games, once considered a "no parents allowed" activity, has become one of the most popular ways for families to have fun, interact and even stay healthy - together.

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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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Technological advances highlighted in summer 2010

When it comes to technology, the summer of 2010 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent history. Newspapers, magazines and the Internet are all abuzz with the latest offerings, and even more impressive gadgets and gizmos lie on the horizon. Below you'll find a list of some of the summer's hottest technology products, all on the cutting edge of the future of tech.

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Which sites leave you vulnerable to identity theft? How to stay safe online

Protecting your identity online is a vital responsibility of any Web user, although many people don't realize the ways they're making themselves vulnerable. Here is a list that includes types of sites that may make you more exposed to the dangers of online crime.

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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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Virtual schools 'clicking' for many students this school year

A record number of students are heading back to school this year - without ever stepping foot inside a classroom. A growing number of virtual schools (also known as cyber schools or e-schools), combined with booming parent (and student) demand for high-quality virtual education, have more students than ever logging on, instead of boarding a school bus, this back-to-school season.

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Can't see your LCD TV from an angle? Movable wall mounts solve the problem

While costlier plasma TVs rarely pose viewing angle problems, if you've ever tried to view a less costly LCD TV from a 70 or 80 degree angle, you've probably seen picture degradation. Movable wall mounts can solve the problem.

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