Outage Notice: Issues with Webmail Login Portal
Update: While it appears the webmail portal has mostly recovered, we’ve been hearing intermittent reports of users still having issues. The first thing to try if you see an issue is a “Hard Refresh” using your keyboard; press the CTRL and F5 keys at the same time. This will clear the cache in your browser […]
Bytes vs. bits and How Internet Speed Affects File Download Times
Internet terminology can be a little confusing, so we’re here to help clear some things up about some common phrases and numbers used when measuring internet speed, file size, and how your subscribed speed impacts file download times. A bit (b) is short for binary digit, and bits are most commonly used to measure the rate of data […]
Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Online Shopping Tips
While looking for the best online deals this Black Friday and Cyber Monday, check out these tips for safe and efficient browsing:
Think Twice Before Taking That Social Media Quiz
Your childhood pet’s name, your mother’s maiden name, your first car. Why would a random social media quiz about which Harry Potter character you’d most relate to need to know these things? Well, there’s a chance it’s a scam. These types of topics are all common account security questions used to help safeguard your account […]
DataVision Community Class: 5 Ways to Protect Personal Information Online
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 7:00PM Scammers are getting smarter and it’s becoming more difficult to spot legitimate messages and emails from fake ones. New computer technology and software make it easier to crack weaker passwords. Scamming people out of their hard-earned money has become a billion-dollar industry. It’s more important than ever to make […]
Watch Out for Automatic Account Renewal Scams Like This One
Have you received an email or text message that looks like the image above? In this scam email that was sent to a DataVision team member, the sender is posing as Norton, a company that offers anti-virus software. An invoice has been included in the email that details a subscription to “Norton 360 premium.” There […]
Protect Your Smartphone in the Heat this Summer
Summer is officially here, and that means ample opportunities for great photos out in the sun. Unfortunately, smartphones don’t enjoy the sunshine as much as we do. Follow these tips to protect your cell phone from overheating. Keep your phone out of direct sunlight and hot cars • Leaving a phone in the heat for […]
Six Tips for Using Social Media Safely
Social media has made it easier than ever to keep in touch and stay connected with loved ones around the globe. It’s also made users increasingly vulnerable to cybercrimes such as: Data breaches Hacking Fake accounts and impersonation scams Phishing Sending malware via malicious links But that doesn’t mean you need to swear off social […]
Internet vs. Wi-Fi: What’s the Difference?
“What’s the Wi-Fi here?” “This Wi-Fi is too slow” “We need better Wi-Fi” Sometimes we hear that internet and Wi-Fi are the same thing, or that someone doesn’t need internet service, they just want Wi-Fi. While the two terms are often used interchangeably, they serve different purposes and have different functions. Folks just want their […]
Community Class: WiFi 101 – Thursday, June 21
FREE for DataVision customers, this first-ever Community Class will demystify the ins and outs of your home WiFi network. WiFi is an amazing tool that allows devices to connect to the internet wirelessly, but how exactly does it work? We’ll go over the basics of WiFi technology, how some older connected devices could be slowing […]
2023 Annual Meeting Recap
What Happened at the Annual Meeting? On April 11, DataVision customers, staff and Board of Directors gathered to review the key successes of 2022 and the roadmap for 2023. We always enjoy hearing what customers have to say at these gatherings. If you were unable to join us, here is a recap of the speech […]
2.4Ghz vs. 5Ghz and Wi-Fi 6 — What’s the Difference?
Understanding the differences between Wi-Fi frequencies is a low priority for most people, who often have more important things on their minds as they go about their busy day. But, in the evening, when they sit down at their computer or in front of their TV set to relax and stream their favorite movie, they […]
Cyber Security Awareness Month
Seven Cybersecurity Steps to Keep Your Devices & Accounts Safe What’s more important to you: the safety of your data and online accounts, or having an easy experience when browsing the web? According to a 2021 Norton study, you probably picked the latter: more than three out of five consumers surveyed said they accepted certain […]
Call 811 Before You Dig
On occasion, almost everyone has occasion to do a little yardwork—and sometimes it involves using a shovel. Maybe you want to do some spring gardening or plant a bush. Perhaps you’re installing a new mailbox. It doesn’t matter the reason, if you’re putting a shovel into the ground—you really need to make sure you’re doing […]