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Esquire and Universal HD going off the air

by Missy Kellor on June 5, 2017 2 comments

We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but sadly we have no choice. Two channels—Esquire and Universal HD—are being pulled off the air by the programmer. Esquire is going off the air July 1, 2017 (channel 352/1352) and Universal HD is going dark on July 15, 2017 (channel 1182).

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Weekly tech news roundup for May 26

by Missy Kellor on May 26, 2017 0 comments

This week: a new stretchy TV screen, the drone you've been looking for, new Nintendo offerings, and some pretty amazing workout clothes that puts bacteria to work. Also, check out a new way malware is making it into movie downloads, patent trolls will now have to work harder, and we've got some Friday fun too (if you have some time to spare today!).

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THREE Sun Prairie neighborhoods already made goal!

by Missy Kellor on May 22, 2017 4 comments

Wow—you guys didn’t waste any time, did you? It’s been only two weeks since we signed the paperwork to become the proud owners of the Sun Prairie Utility telecommunications’ assets. Yet, we already get to say congratulations to THREE neighborhoods!

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Weekly tech news roundup May 19

by Missy Kellor on May 19, 2017 0 comments

This week: an updated Messenger is coming, Zelda's coming to your pocket, everyone's wondering how WannaCry hackers are going to get their money, and the iPad Mini may be going the way of the Dodo. Also, check out: new trailers for some geeky shows, an alarm your teenager needs, and get the scoop on the latest from Google and Amazon.

Alert: Caller ID spoofing still a popular scam

by Missy Kellor on May 18, 2017 4 comments

Caller ID is a brilliant piece of technology that lets you see who is calling before you pick up. (Seriously, who hasn’t used it to avoid a call from a telemarketer?) But, here’s what you might not know: the information displayed on Caller ID can be faked. Scammers spoof the information that appears on your phone’s display to trick you into thinking someone important is calling.

•Online Life

Weekly tech news roundup for May 12

by Missy Kellor on May 12, 2017 0 comments

This week: New Amazon Echos (which are taking over the world, BTW), self-healing roads, a new way to give your kids their allowance, and a wearable that might make you cry.

•Online Life

12 Tips for spotting fake news

by Missy Kellor on May 11, 2017 0 comments

We all hate fake news, but in today's world it can be really hard to tell what's real from what's not. A sensational and oh-so-real-seeming false story can go viral in seconds. Using Facebook’s tips as a starting point, we pooled advice for spotting fake news so you can be a critical news consumer.

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2017: gift ideas from moms, for moms

by Missy Kellor on May 8, 2017 0 comments

It’s almost here—Mother's Day 2017! Even though it's just a few days away don’t worry—I, along with my fellow moms, have you covered. We chatted in person and over social to come up with a bunch of gift ideas to help you out. This is what we want most for the one day a year that's all about us.

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Weekly tech news roundup for May 5

by Missy Kellor on May 5, 2017 0 comments

Don't declare books dead yet--like the real print kind. Elon Musk introduces ANOTHER new transportation idea, MIT beats Fitbit for accuracy, Apple watches are popping, Canada wins May 4th, plus some nerd news you might enjoy this Friday afternoon.

•TDS Fiber

TDS Fiber Sun Prairie timeline and update

by Missy Kellor on May 2, 2017 0 comments

A lot has happened since February since we announced our desire to purchase the Sun Prairie municipal broadband utility. First… more...

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Weekly tech news roundup for April 28

by Missy Kellor on April 28, 2017 0 comments

This week: Amazon introduces a new camera to tell you if your outfit stinks, researches have developed an artificial womb (!!), and there is finally a flying car....of a sort. Also, check out Nintendo's surprise new device, and be sure to try out Pinterest's new feature.

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