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5 common Internet scams to look out for

by Guest Blogger on July 8, 2015 0 comments

With the awesome number of people online, scams only need to work a tiny percentage of the time to make the bad guys rich. We’re sure you’re savvy enough to avoid most trouble. But for everyone else you know, here are 5 common scams.

This weekend: Free preview of HBO and Cinemax

by Guest Blogger on June 18, 2015 0 comments

The highly anticipated second season of HBO’s neo-noir drama “True Detective” premieres Sunday at 9 p.m., and all TDS TV and TDS Cable customers will be able to watch it thanks to a four-day free preview of HBO and Cinemax that begins Friday and runs through Monday.

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Weekly tech news roundup for May 22

by Missy Kellor on May 22, 2015 0 comments

A new (almost paper thin) TV is revealed, a turtle gets new 3-D printed jaws, and Google says those security questions don't really help. Also, check out some new lighting that acts as an inside GPS, find out what's new with Spotify, and don't miss a bridge made out of paper and a cool article on Wired.

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How we serve customers at the bottom of the Grand Canyon

by Guest Blogger on May 21, 2015 1 comment

Did you know that TDS serves customers in the bottom of the Grand Canyon? Supai, Arizona is a gorgeous spot rich with natural beauty and culture. We have one employee who goes above...and below...to make sure our customers there always have service.

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TDS employees collecting usable eyeglasses for Lions Club

by Guest Blogger on May 20, 2015 0 comments

May is Healthy Vision Month and TDS is celebrating by collecting eyeglasses to help others. The lack of eyeglasses denies children and adults the opportunities for education, employment, and a better quality of life. By donating old glasses, they can be reused by those who need them.

Don’t forget to pick up your phone on Sunday

by Guest Blogger on May 7, 2015 0 comments

You have one. Maybe you are one. Maybe you want to be one. Maybe you're married to one. Whichever mother is most special in your life, be sure to pick up the phone and remind her of that on Mother's Day this Sunday.

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Volunteer Recognition Day

by Guest Blogger on April 20, 2015 0 comments

Today is Volunteer Recognition Day! Find out what makes volunteering so important to TDS and celebrate some of our top volunteers!

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Four TDS runners take on Boston

by Guest Blogger on April 18, 2015 0 comments

On Monday, four TDS employees will be running their hearts out in the Boston Marathon. Meet all four and find out how many marathons they each have their belts (hint: a lot!).

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Making sense of game consoles: Part 2

by Eric Lohrentz on April 10, 2015 0 comments

Yesterday we went through how the gaming consoles differ in cost, games and online play. Today, find out how these consoles hold up as multimedia players and we’ve also got a few other things you might want to keep in mind including expandability, compatibility, etc.

Alert: new email phishing scam

by TDS Security Team on April 1, 2015 4 comments

Although it’s April Fools’ Day this is not a joke—we’re getting reports of customers receiving an email that looks like the real thing but is actually a phishing scam. Learn what you should do and get five tips for spotting this kind of scam email.

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Community Connections March 2015

by Missy Kellor on March 12, 2015 0 comments

TDS and its employees have been out and about making a difference in our communities. Check out some of our latest giving efforts—even freezing-cold lakes don't stop us!

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