What is Broadband?

What is Broadband?

What is Broadband? If you never had to suffer through a series of ear-splitting dial tones, electronic bleeps and bloops, and screeching static to get online, consider yourself lucky. Once upon a time, dial-up was the only way to access the internet. Today, broadband...
Channel 37, Where Are You?

Channel 37, Where Are You?

Channel 37, Where Are You? Before the advent of digital television, one channel was conspicuously absent from analog TV lineups. For decades, channel 37 didn’t exist. The reason involves a government conspiracy and the search for extraterrestrial life. Think of it as...
‘Wiring’ Money in the 21st Century

‘Wiring’ Money in the 21st Century

‘Wiring’ Money in the 21st Century Sending somebody money years ago involved checkbooks and the postal service, or in a pinch, a wire transfer service like Western Union. Today, there are plenty of secure options available — all you need is an internet or...
QR Codes Make a Comeback

QR Codes Make a Comeback

QR Codes Make a Comeback QR codes have made a comeback in the past year as a result of the COVID -19 pandemic, which has forced businesses to creatively reassess safety protocols. Perhaps you remember them? QR (Quick Response) codes appeared everywhere at the...
Help is Just 3 Digits Away!

Help is Just 3 Digits Away!

Help is Just 3 Digits Away! Call 211 for SD Helpline Center Golden West telephone subscribers are now able to dial  a new three-digit code for assistance. Dialing 211 provides access to a wide range of information and resources for resi­dents across the state. Most...