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Livestreams and virtual concerts

Livestreams and virtual concerts

If you love live music, the best way to see a show these days is to livestream it. In 2020, we saw a rise in artists live streaming concerts, including Dua Lipa, BLACKPINK, BTS, and many other artists. With many people choosing to shelter at home, virtual concerts...

How to set up parental controls on your CenturyLink modem

How to set up parental controls on your CenturyLink modem

As a parent, you likely have (justified) concerns about the internet. Depending on their age, your child may use the internet for education, social interaction, and entertainment. But how can you help protect them from the shadier side of the internet? And, how can...

6 customer appreciation ideas for small businesses

6 customer appreciation ideas for small businesses

Why do your customers choose to shop with you or use your services? Maybe your business offers stellar products or services, or you provide great customer service, or your location is the most convenient option for them. Maybe you’ve used marketing or other...

The ultimate home entertainment setup

The ultimate home entertainment setup

To get the most out of your favorite movies, TV shows, games, and music, it’s important to have the right home entertainment setup. With advances in visual displays and speaker systems, you can now customize your entertainment experience and focus on the things that...

How to secure your home WiFi network and router

How to secure your home WiFi network and router

Entire households now rely on wireless internet—from smartphones and laptops to smart home devices and gaming systems. WiFi offers incredible convenience, dependability, and flexibility for everyday work and play. But it can also expose you to the ever-increasing...

Where and how to grocery shop online

Where and how to grocery shop online

The busier life gets, the harder it may be to put a freshly cooked meal on the table for yourself or your family. With more virtual learning and work from home responsibilities, you might find it challenging to make it to the grocery store these days. Fortunately,...

Managing seasonal affective disorder with technology

Managing seasonal affective disorder with technology

During the dark winter months, many people feel lethargic and uninterested in their daily lives. It could be SAD — seasonal affective disorder. SAD is a type of depression that usually affects people during the same time each year, beginning in the fall and ending in...

5G and fiber: two big reasons why 5G technology needs fiber

5G and fiber: two big reasons why 5G technology needs fiber

Everyone is excited about 5G. This new technology promises better connectivity and faster speeds for mobile devices. Some people even think 5G technology could replace traditional broadband internet. As mobile companies start to roll out 5G in certain cities, and...

How to increase phone storage and free up space on PCs

How to increase phone storage and free up space on PCs

Whether this blog article finds you on National Clean Out Your Computer Day, or your New Year’s resolution is to declutter, you’ve likely already encountered a “full storage” message on one or many of your smart devices. As we download more content and stream our...

11 virtual team building activities for your small business

11 virtual team building activities for your small business

In a time when many small businesses and their employees are working remotely, fostering better communication, developing problem solving skills, and boosting team morale can help you set your team up for success and create a strong sense of community. Traditionally,...