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Use technology to keep track of your carbon footprint

Your carbon footprint is both created by technology and curbed by it. Here are three ways to consider your consumption. More>>

"E-training" with online personal trainers

From Yoga podcasts to animated exercise programs delivered by email, the Internet offers a way to help you get moving at home, at the office, or when you can't get to the gym. More>>

Prevent eyestrain at the computer

Is constant computer use affecting your eyes? Learn how to use proper lighting to protect them from strain and soreness. More>>

It's easy to be seduced by just a pretty picture, but that's not enough anymore. Check out these new must-have features you are going to want in a HDTV. More>>

With ever-faster, ever-smaller, ever-better smartphones launching seemingly every month, there has never been a more enticing, or a more confusing, time to buy one. More>>

Microsoft: An upbeat launch for Windows 7 Video included

The glee surrounding the latest version of Windows is a marked contrast to the grumbling that greeted its predecessor, Vista. More>>

Sponsored Videos

Make it a "Blue Christmas" with VTech's Bluetooth cordless phone systems

Produced for VTech Holdings Ltd. - By making it a "Blue Christmas," shoppers can give the gift of convenience without breaking the bank - especially for the gadget guys and gals in their lives. More>>

Breast Cancer Awareness Month puts the spotlight on research and awareness

Produced for NVidia, Oreck, Energizer & Lee National Denim - Major companies are helping to find a cure through donations, selling inspirational pink products and creating revolutionary breast scanning technology. Here are a few ways you can help. Miren el video en Español More>>

Technology going green for the home

Produced for World Market Center, GE, LG, Oreck-Going green is a dominant theme in home furnishings this year; some appliance makers are responding to the need with environmentally friendly appliances. Miren el video en Español More>>

High speed rail in the U.S.

For HNTB--The $13.5 billion plan for high speed rail is a transportation initiative that could change the way Americans travel. More>>

Deep discounts for your back to school shopping

Produced for Intel, Kumon, LG & Diesel - The kids will soon be going back to school... Are they ready? Are you? Here are some strategies on how to give them a leg up for the new year. Miren el video en Español More>>

"Mombloggers" unite at the BlogHer Convention in Chicago

Produced for Intel, Kings Isle Entertainment & Eucerin - At the BlogHer Convention 1,400 of the most prominent bloggers showed why "momblogging" is getting so much attention. More>>

Dads and grads rock!

Produced for Intel, Cisco, Linksys, LG Mobile, Metrokane - Check out great gifts for dads and grads from laptops to cocktail shakers to rock camp!  Miren el video en Español More>>

Helpful Consumer Links

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Our mandate is to protect consumers against unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent practices. More>>

Get the facts on consumer frauds and file your complaints to be shared with law enforcement officials across the U.S. and around the world. More>>

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Find out what other's have to say about the products you are thinking of buying before you buy. More>>

Search the Recalls index to see whether a product you own has been recalled and read about the latest recalls. More>>

U.S. Government's central website for information about identity theft. More>>

Since the founding of the first BBB in 1912, the BBB system has proven that the majority of marketplace problems can be solved fairly through the use of voluntary self-regulation and consumer education. More>>

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