How to: Discover your internet speedTech Tips / November 23, 2022 Last month, we talked about the difference between bandwidth and speed. This month, we’re looking at how to test your internet speed. What’s more frustrating than being in the middle of a great movie only to see the screen start to buffer? Many times, our first response is to get upset with the speed of […]
How to: Understanding bandwidthTech Tips / October 27, 2022 When first ordering internet service, most people are excited about the speed boost they’re going to experience. They dream about spending less time waiting on downloads or video buffering. That excitement can turn to frustration, however, when they continue to experience slow downloads and buffering. What’s up with that?! The difference between speed and bandwidth How to: Understanding bandwidthRead More »
How to: Manage your email inboxTech Tips / September 30, 2022 We get it. It’s easy to ignore the emails clogging up your inbox. But watching the unread message counter climb can begin to nag. And while there can be system performance reasons for keeping your inbox clean, the primary benefits are psychological, including a greater sense of control and reduced anxiety. Here are some best How to: Manage your email inboxRead More »
How to: Back-to-school tips for parents and studentsTech Tips / August 25, 2022 Kids of all ages are heading back to the classroom and will again be accessing online platforms for assignments, research and remote learning. In addition to books, backpacks, notebooks, and pencils, students should be armed with the information and technology to get the most out of today’s web-based educational tools – and to be safe How to: Back-to-school tips for parents and studentsRead More »
How to: Monitor your network and access your Blackfoot account when you’re awayTech Tips / July 29, 2022 Summer is a popular time to get away. And while it’s great to unplug, it’s also comforting to know there are convenient tools for accessing your home network, customer portal or email when you’re on the road. The Blackfoot Connect mobile app manages the people, places and devices connected to your home network and can be How to: Monitor your network and access your Blackfoot account when you’re awayRead More »
How to: Staying Safe When Using Public Wi-FiTech Tips / June 23, 2022 Having the ability to use your laptop or tablet in coffee shops, airports, and hotels can seem convenient—but it can also pose potential security risks with regards to your personal information. Whenever you connect to a Wi-Fi hotspot that isn’t on your own encrypted network, you’re also taking a chance the information you send through How to: Staying Safe When Using Public Wi-FiRead More »
