About Missy Kellor

Missy works on the Corporate Communications team and reports stories to TDS employees and customers. This is right up her alley because she’s an extrovert and also a big fan of research (really, she’ll look up just about anything that strikes her interest). Missy is a native of Madison, Wis. with an undergraduate in Anthropology and a master’s degree in Life Sciences Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her interest in the Internet as a mass media shaped her work towards a PhD in Journalism and Mass Communications. She’s also worked as an editorial assistant, copywriter, and production artist. In her off hours, Missy is a crafter, Pinterest addict, reader, wife, and mom of two kids.
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Tech news roundup for May 27

This week: Pebble introduces a really affordable smartwatch, a stair-climbing wheelchair gets a new lease on life, and Twitter now lets you blather a teeny bit more. Also, Microsoft "streamlines" their smartphone unit, the world's first smart ear plugs hit the market, and more.
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Kids spend how much time online?

You won't believe how much time the average child age 8-18 spends consuming media every day. Once you're past the shock, learn some ways to help keep your kids safe no matter which screen they're using (and some tips might even help peel them away!).
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13 Mother’s Day gift ideas for any mom and any budget

There’s just ten shopping days left until Mother’s Day, but no worries—I, along with my other mom friends, have you covered. Together we brainstormed ideas for great gifts (seriously, this this all stuff one or more of us would like to get!). Prices range from zero dollars all the way to $290, so there’s sure to be something that will fit your budget and her wishes. Hint: what she wants most is probably a day off!
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Severe weather safety: protect yourself and your stuff

While most of us are happy to be rid of winter’s chill, spring and summer aren’t all sunshine and roses—severe weather often comes along with the warmer temps. Even if you're well-familiar with storms, it's worth taking a few moments to refresh your memory about best practices to keep you, your family, and your property safe.
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Tech news roundup for April 8

This week: meet the garage door opener making the utilitarian device a bit more sexy, read a review of the newest member of the Amazon Echo family (and find out what's in store for their e-readers too), and check out a practical-but-cool Kickstarter that you just might "need." All this, plus a few more fun tech tidbits--including the Star Wars Rogue One trailer too, in case you haven't watched it/need to watch it again.
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Tech news roundup for March 25

Some top tech news highlights for the week: Apple rolls out new-ish stuff, Pebble smartphone trims their staff, McDonald's is rolling out VR googles using a Happy Meal box, and how to score a Tesla 3. If that wasn't enough, score free Nik photo editing software and check out a $99 portable 3D printer that works with your smartphone!
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Cleaning your computer: The inside

Yesterday we told how to de-grime your computer and get the outside clean, but chances are it could use some virtual cleaning as well. We have gathered some best practices from across the web to help you get (or regain) control and stay in control over your files and your information (and probably even save you some hard drive space, to boot!)
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Cleaning your computer: The outside

If your screen is smudgy (no, that’s not a bad pixel—it’s piece of dirt), your mouse is misbehaving, and your keyboard has enough crumbs in it to make a decent snack, odds are that your computer could use some love. We’ve gathered all the information you need to get your computer in shipshape, going from the outside in.
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New and even better Remote PC Support!

Nearly two-thirds of Americans own a smartphone and almost half own a tablet, which means you probably have one (or… more...
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