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TUTORIAL/FAQ

Dec 02 2023

TUTORIAL/FAQ

Short Tutorial/FAQ – HOW DO I SAVE A SENTIMENTAL VOICEMAIL?

Question: I have a treasured voicemail from a friend who’s now deceased. How can I save it forever?

Answer: You’re wise to ask this question, since voicemails can randomly disappear from phones due to a flakey voicemail app, accidental erasure, or switching your wireless provider. To prevent the devastating loss of an irreplaceable message, go through a few steps now to save it for good.

Saving voicemails on iPhone:

Go to the Phone app and tap Voicemail in the bottom right.
Tap on the voicemail you want to save, then tap the share button. It looks like a box with an arrow pointing out of it.
You can now share this voicemail via AirDrop, Messages, Mail, Messenger, or WhatsApp.
To save the voicemail on your phone, select Add to New Quick Note or Save to Files. You can access the saved message again in either app and play it back at your leisure. Both apps automatically back up the file to iCloud if enabled.
To save the voicemail to your computer, select AirDrop, then tap on your computer’s name. Be sure both devices are connected to the same network. On your computer, accept the AirDrop and save the message wherever you want.

Saving voicemails on Android:
Keep in mind steps will vary depending on the model you own. But you can follow some general steps to keep those important messages.

Open your Voicemail app or go to the Voicemail section in your Phone app.
Tap or tap and hold the message you want to save.
In the menu that appears, look for options like Save, Export, or Archive.
Select the storage location in your phone to which you would like the message to go, and tap OK or Save.

Once you’ve finished, you can rest easy knowing you won’t lose that treasured voicemail.

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CUSTOMER ALERT

Dec 01 2023

CUSTOMER ALERT

Stay Alert – Beware of Scam Netflix Messages

If you get a text or email saying your Netflix membership has expired and you can extend for 90 days at no cost, don’t believe it! It’s a phishing scam trying to get you to provide credit or debit card numbers, bank account details, or Netflix passwords. Do NOT send this information or click on any links in the messages.

For the record, Netflix will never ask you to share your personal information in a text or email. This includes credit or debit card numbers, bank account details, and Netflix passwords. They’ll also never ask for payment through a 3rd party vendor or website.

Should you accidentally click on a link in one of these scam texts or emails, immediately do the following:

Change your Netflix password to a new one that is strong and unique to Netflix.
Update your password on any other websites or apps where you used the same email and password combination.

Just because a message appears to be from Netflix — or any other big company — doesn’t mean that’s the case. It’s important to slow down and think before you respond.

SRT Supports Sawyer Drone and eSports Program with $5,000 Donation

Nov 15 2023

SRT Supports Sawyer Drone and eSports Program with $5,000 Donation

Sawyer, N.D. – SRT presented $5,000 on November 13 to Sawyer Public School, supporting its inaugural year of Drone Racing and eSports. SRT’s donation helped the school buy equipment like computers, accessories, drones, controllers, and headsets.

The program offers drone racing and gaming opportunities to students in grades 7-12. It’s the only in-house extra-curricular activity at Sawyer Public School. The school’s Athletic Director and program leader, Ryan Stockie, said it provides students with technological opportunities that challenge their minds and bodies as well as a social/emotional learning environment.

“It gets rid of the bias or stereotype linked to gaming because it uses technology as a keyhole to physical activity as well,” Stockie said. “It also gives exposure to training in potential jobs that may be available to these kids after high school.”

Drone-racing students practice and compete using drone simulation software and have four drones to fly onsite. While the state tournament was canceled this year, Stockie said they look forward to getting to next year’s.

“Programs like Sawyer Public School’s are an example of the future. Traditional athletics are important, but so are other opportunities that give students a chance to expand their minds and abilities,” said Kristi Miller, SRT Board President. “We at SRT feel it’s crucial to support our communities and technology opportunities like this one.”

The Drone Racing season will soon conclude and up next is a 10-week competitive eSports season. Students will continue to compete against others in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota. Choosing from a variety of games, students are matched with their competitors by skill level. Drone Racing and eSports at Sawyer Public School are facilitated by Fenworks in Grand Forks.

SRT Communications, headquartered in Minot, North Dakota, is the state’s largest telecommunications cooperative. Established in 1951, SRT employs nearly 190 people and serves customers across north central North Dakota. SRT earned the distinction as a Certified Gig-Capable Provider in 2017. Services include internet, phone, and security/surveillance systems for home and business.

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TUTORIAL/FAQ

Oct 26 2023

TUTORIAL/FAQ

Short Tutorial/FAQ – What Security Steps Should I Take Before Scanning QR Codes?

Question: Are there security steps I should take before scanning QR codes?

Answer: The FBI recently warned that QR codes are being altered to send users to malicious sites to steal login and financial information. For this reason, you should take precautions when using QR codes.

Here’s how to protect yourself:

Once you scan a QR code, check the URL to make sure it is the intended site and looks authentic. A malicious domain name may be similar to the intended URL but with typos or a misplaced letter.

Practice caution when entering login, personal, or financial information from a site navigated to from a QR code.

If scanning a physical QR code, ensure the code has not been tampered with, such as with a sticker placed on top of the original code.

Do not download an app from a QR code. Use your phone’s app store for a safer download.

If you receive an email stating a payment failed from a company you recently made a purchase with and the company states you can only complete the payment through a QR code, call the company to verify. Locate the company’s phone number through a trusted site rather than a number provided in the email.

Do not download a QR code scanner app. This increases your risk of downloading malware onto your device. Most phones have a built-in scanner through the camera app.

If you receive a QR code that you believe to be from someone you know, reach out to them through a known number or address to verify that the code is from them.

Avoid making payments through a site navigated to from a QR code. Instead, manually enter a known and trusted URL to complete the payment. If you believe you have been a victim of stolen funds from a tampered QR code, report the fraud to your local FBI field office at www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices.

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