Technology
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Some call it the gig economy. Others call it the peer economy. Others, the collaborative economy, or “collaborative consumption.” Still others, the sharing economy. Tomayto, tomahto. More important than what it’s called is what it is. As Fast Company contributor Rachael Botsman pointed out in a now-classic article on the topic, the sharing economy has
No matter how careful you are, you probably drop your phone on occasion. If it’s cased up with a properly applied screen protector, it might be no worse for the wear, but every encounter with the ground is momentary cause for alarm. Sometimes, that alarm is justified. I’ve seen smartphones dropped into pools, run over
Maybe your personal budget isn’t as generous as you’d like it to be. Perhaps you’re getting tired of your nine-to-five grind. Or maybe you just want to earn some extra spending money. There are plenty of side hustles for folks in your shoes, from legitimate ways to make money from home, to part-time and seasonal jobs that put cash in your
As a relatively new financial tool, cryptocurrency provides a number of challenges and opportunities that should be considered before purchasing. It’s worth revisiting the pros and cons of investing in cryptocurrency as the asset class has evolved and matured.
Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s most popular cryptocurrency. As the market leader in the crypto space, it has a lot of built-in advantages. But Bitcoin also has some important downsides that should give investors and everyday users pause. Learn the key pros and cons of holding and using Bitcoin.
Shopify is the go-to e-commerce solution for hundreds of thousands of small and midsize businesses. But it’s definitely not the cheapest e-commerce provider on the block. If you’re looking for a lower-cost alternative to Shopify, here are some options to consider.
Since the introduction of the Fitbit in 2009, wearable fitness trackers have taken the country by storm. These days, it seems everyone is sporting one of these little gadgets on their wrist or clipped to a belt. People who use them love them, too. Give them a chance and they’ll talk your ear off about how many
“Refurbished” isn’t just another word for “used.” Refurbished electronics are used, returned, or unboxed devices the seller has checked for problems and fixed to run like new. But are they a good deal? As with many things, the answer is: It depends.
Cryptocurrency is a legitimate but risky investment opportunity that can make — or lose — a lot of money very fast. But it also carries an even bigger risk: cryptocurrency scams, which proliferated as crypto prices and popularity grew. Learn several common cryptocurrency scams to watch out for.
Back in the day, there was only one way to listen to the music you wanted when you wanted to: buy the album. And that can get expensive for prolific audiophiles. Today, technology makes listening to the music you love significantly cheaper. There are even places you can get it — legally — for free.
You can’t do much to fix America’s Internet system, but you can at least reduce the price you pay to connect to it. Plenty of strategies can get your Internet bill down to a reasonable rate. Stop overpaying for Internet access and try one or more of these tactics.
From e-libraries to Amazon, there are so many available options to find free and low-cost e-books online. These resources let you access more bargain-priced e-books than the most voracious reader can get through in a lifetime.