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Home networking allows multiple computers to share files, printers and an Internet connection. Learn how home networking works and how to build a home network.

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With energy bills on the rise, homeowners are looking for new ways to use less power around the house. A cutting-edge window technology called the "smart window" allows consumers to fully or partially …

The wrist communicator has long been a dream of tech junkies. Find out how close we're getting to living the dream with smart watches.

A very strong storm doesn't automatically mean death or destruction. You can improve the odds of surviving intact with reinforcements to your home. Plus, scientists are improving their forecast …