Technology
Spotting Fraudulent Emails and Online Scams
Would you be able to recognize an online scam if you saw one? Most of us would like to think that we could identify a fraudster in our inbox, but unfortunately, that’s not always the case. The truth is that scammers are getting smarter. Every time a scam is exposed, a new, more sophisticated one…
Read MoreSCEYE Reaches Stratosphere; Flies at 64,000 Feet
Sets Long Range Record In Data Connection Joins Consortium To Deliver Broadband To Navajo Nation Sceye, a developer of high-altitude platform stations (HAPS), announced today that it successfully launched its stratospheric platforms and flew at an altitude of 64,600 ft. The announcement comes on the heels of Sceye’s long-range record for maintaining data connection in…
Read MoreJohn Badal Appears on The Broadband Bunch Podcast
Another great and inspiring episode featuring the founder and CEO of Sacred Wind Communications John Badal. For the the past 15 years, John and his dedicated team have worked tirelessly to end the digital divide by bringing broadband to rural tribal communities in New Mexico. In fact, in the last two years, John and his…
Read MoreCommon Causes of Wi-Fi Interference
We all know that feeling. You’re right in the middle of doing something important on your phone, tablet, or laptop when all of a sudden… your Wi-Fi cuts out! What gives? There are a surprising number of things that can cause your Wi-Fi connection to slow down, even when your internet connection is strong and…
Read MoreThe Importance of Redundant Fiber
Have you ever heard of redundant fiber? If you haven’t, you wouldn’t be alone—but here’s your opportunity to learn more about it. How does redundant fiber work and what does it means for you? The Downfall of Disconnection So much of our lives revolve around internet connectivity. It’s our source of work, play, social connection,…
Read MoreDisposing of Old Devices Safely
Now that you’ve gotten those fun new electronic gadgets for Christmas, you’ll need to dispose of your old ones. You can’t just toss them in the garbage and start fresh with the latest iPhone since they’re full of your photos, emails, banking information and other important information. Luckily, you can safely get rid of your…
Read MoreSmart Apps to Help Seniors Manage Their Health
As we age, maintaining good health becomes more complex, but it doesn’t need to be harder. Today’s tech-savvy seniors can access an endless array of smartphone and tablet apps designed to simplify the management of everything from physical fitness to diabetes. We’ve listed a few of our favorites below. And remember, you can download these…
Read MoreSafe Online Messaging Apps For Kids
Our children are growing up in the digital age, surrounded by technology in all its wonder—and danger. While there are plenty of good reasons to embrace technology, it represents a significant risk for children, who can easily get lured by online predators. Apps like Facebook Messenger, Twitter, and Instagram were not designed with kids in…
Read MoreMedical Care is Just a Click Away
Coronavirus is putting telemedicine in the spotlight as a safer, more efficient way to receive medical help. It’s a welcome alternative to visiting a doctor’s office, now viewed as a hub of anxiety and potential illness. Additionally, many physicians’ offices don’t offer after-hours appointments or leave you twiddling your thumbs in crowded waiting rooms. You…
Read MoreSacred Wind Communications and Microsoft to Deploy TV White Spaces Technology in Rural NM
Sacred Wind Communications, Inc. and Microsoft Corp. announced a new agreement to bring broadband connectivity to rural New Mexico. As part of the Microsoft Airband Initiative, Sacred Wind will use fixed wireless technologies, including TV white spaces (TVWS), the unused UHF and VHF spectrum, to deliver fast and reliable internet service to rural, under served…
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