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SRT Board of Directors Changes Occur at Annual Meeting

SRT Board of Directors Changes Occur at Annual Meeting

Minot, N.D. – Four directors were elected to the SRT Board of Directors at its Annual Meeting on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at the North Dakota State Fair Center in Minot, with three new faces joining the SRT Board. Directors elected to serve a three-year term included the following: District 1, Allan Engh (Incumbent) from Sherwood; District 2, Tom Jespersen from Velva; District 3, Stuart Rothe from Newburg; and District 4, Benjamin Robertson from Minot.

The Board also held a reorganizational meeting in which the following board officers were decided: President, Allan Engh; Vice-President, Kristi Miller; Secretary/Treasurer, Deanna Klein; and Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Stacey Diehl.

“SRT welcomes the three new members to the board, and congratulates Allan Engh on his re-election as Board President,” said Steve Lysne, CEO/General Manager. “Each of our board members bring unique qualities and experience to the table, and SRT looks forward to working with the new directors and getting them up to speed on the telecommunications industry.”

Over 2,500 people attended the Annual Meeting which, in addition to the business meeting, also included a complimentary meal, entertainment by Too Old To Stand and a kids activity zone.

SRT Communications located in Minot, North Dakota is the state’s largest telecommunications cooperative. SRT services include Internet, Security, TV, Phone and Business Services and has served north central North Dakota since 1951, employs nearly 200 people, and serves over 48,000 customers.

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SRT Annual Meeting to be Held in Minot

SRT Annual Meeting to be Held in Minot

MINOT, N.D. – SRT Communications will hold its Annual Meeting on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at the North Dakota State Fair Center in Minot. The event takes place from 4:30 – 8:00pm. The purpose of the meeting is to elect SRT’s Board of Directors and review the financial statements of the cooperative.

The theme of this year’s meeting is “Technology For Every Generation.” This theme showcases SRT’s efforts to bring the best communications technology products and services to all our members. SRT’s products and services will be on display and SRT employees will be on hand to answer questions. A complimentary meal will be catered by Homesteaders from 5:00 – 7:00pm with musical entertainment from Too Old To Stand taking place in the meeting room from 5:30 – 7:00pm. Prize drawings will follow the meeting, including $500 cash, $250 gift certificates and much more.

“The annual meeting is an exciting event for the cooperative as it brings together member owners from across our territory,” said Steve Lysne, SRT General Manager/CEO. “It’s important for us to share our message about the cooperative’s financial position and what the vision is for the future.”

In addition to everything present for adults, there will also be a Kids Zone with inflatables, snacks, and prize drawings for kids.

SRT Communications located in Minot, North Dakota is the state’s largest telecommunications cooperative. SRT services include Internet, Security, TV, Phone and Business Services and has served north central North Dakota since 1951, employs nearly 200 people, and serves over 48,000 customers.

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Short Tutorial/FAQ

Short Tutorial/FAQ

Question: I’m in the market for a new smartphone. I know people are pretty attached to their operating system, whether it’s Android or iOS. But I’m more concerned with safety. Which one is actually more secure?

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Answer: Apple’s iOS mobile operating system (OS) is generally considered to be more secure because Apple doesn’t release its source code to app developers, and owners of devices running iOS can’t tinker with the code. However, that doesn’t mean iOS is completely invulnerable. There have been instances of viruses on iOS devices. Additionally, there are other ways criminals can attack you through your device — no matter what OS it’s running — that you should also be concerned about:

  • Downloading apps from third-party sources. Android users should only download from Google Play, and iOS users should only download from the Apple App Store.
  • Social engineering. Never give information about any online accounts unless you’re sure the person you’re talking to is who they say they are and truly needs that information.
  • OS updates. Be sure to always say “yes” when your OS wants to update. Better yet, adjust your settings to update automatically.
  • Manufacturers. For Android, some manufacturers are safer than others. Do your research before you buy.
  • Jailbreaking. For iOS, if you jailbreak your device to make it more customizable, it becomes more susceptible to attacks.

So, while iOS may be more secure in one way, it’s also subject to many of the same risks as Android. Your best bet in choosing your new smartphone is to pick the OS that you feel most comfortable with and is most compatible with your other devices. Then, use the suggestions listed above to boost your security level.

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