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Two-factor authentication (2FA) is an extra layer of security that requires two distinct forms of identification in order to gain access to an online account or computer system. In this context, a factor means a way to convince the account or system that you are who you say you are. In 2FA, the first factor is typically your username/password pair. The second factor may be something you have (such as a text with a time-based code sent to your smartphone or other device, or a smartphone authenticator app) or something you are (biometrics using your fingerprint, face, or retina). Despite the slight inconvenience of a longer log-in process, security experts recommend enabling 2FA wherever possible.

To start the new year with new resources, look through our January eNewsletter. It features handy websites you’ll turn to often, delicious recipe videos, DIY project instructions, a scam alert, and more!

If your family received new internet-connected devices as holiday gifts such as tablets, laptops, smartphones, streaming equipment, and smart home solutions you may need a new internet plan as well. Upgrading to faster internet will enable you to use many devices simultaneously without experiencing slowdowns and buffering. Contact us to see if upgraded speed packages are available in your area.

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Apps make so many things easier, which is why they’re the focus of the new Winter ’21 Website Compass magazine. Flip through its pages to find lots of must-have apps, learn about app security, understand the advantages of apps over websites, and more. This issue also contains a Googling guide, ideas for using technology to de-stress, and an overview of lesser-known Facebook features. https://flipyourpages.com/flip_pa/WebsiteCompass/champlain/

A brushing scam is when people are sent products they didn’t order so the company (usually from a foreign country) can post fake customer reviews to improve product ratings and boost sales. Find out what to do if a mysterious delivery shows up at your home. Read more: http://ow.ly/ksWY50BUM57

After all the challenges of 2020, we look forward to a better year ahead for our community. May you and your family experience many wonderful moments in 2021.

We’d love to make your autumn even more awesome. Granted, we don’t offer pumpkin spice internet, but we do offer awesome internet speeds, awesome prices, and awesome local employees. Call 515-298-2411 for details.

Do you love keyboard shortcuts? You can use them to quickly control a YouTube video you’re watching. Press K to pause, J to go backward 10 seconds, and L to go forward 10 seconds. To mute a video, press M.

Another month, another promotion! To start off the month of November, we are introducing a new promotion in honor of World Kindness Day. We are calling on you - our followers - to share your stories of kindness with us and your Facebook friends. Share a story of an act of kindness you have performed or one that someone else has performed for you to you Facebook page. Tag Champlain Telephone Company and use the hashtag #CTCKindnessDay in your post to be entered in the drawing for a gift card. This kindness challenge will run from today, Nov. 1, 2020, to Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020. The winner will be selected on Friday, Nov. 13, 2020, World Kindness Day. Let’s spread some kindness!

Congratulations to the winner of our Fall Bingo Promotion, Shana Castine!! Thank you all for playing. There will be more chances to win in the future!

Do you have monstrous internet demands at your household from many devices? Contact us about a speed upgrade.

Today is your last day to play our Fall Bingo promotion for a chance to win a gift card. This promotion ends today, Oct. 30, 2020. Winner will be announced tomorrow, on Halloween! HOW TO PLAY: Check off all of the fall activities you've done so far to try to get a bingo. All participants will be entered in the drawing, a perfect bingo is not required to win. Happy playing!

Daylight Savings Time ends in 2020 at 2 a.m. on November 1st. So before you go to bed on Halloween night, set your clocks back an hour and enjoy some frightfully delightful extra sleep!

Champlain Telephone is currently looking for an energetic, self-motivated individual to fill the position of Central Office Technician. A full job description can be found by visiting www.champlaintelephone.com/careers. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Steve MacNerland, Director of Network Operations, at [email protected].

Before you get rid of your old electronics, make sure to completely erase all personal information. Then find a place to take them for recycling at www.epa.gov/recycle/electronics-donation-and-recycling. Old electronics should not be thrown out with the trash since they often contain toxic substances.

Are you being charged a monthly subscription fee for an app you rarely use? Tired of paying it? Learn how how to cancel a subscription on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. Read more: http://ow.ly/g9Sc50BSyer

Don't miss your chance to be entered in a drawing for a gift card!. Play our Fall Bingo promotion for another chance to win. This promotion will run until Friday, Oct. 30, 2020. Winner will be announced on Halloween! HOW TO PLAY: Check off all of the fall activities you've done so far to try to get a bingo. All participants will be entered in the drawing, a perfect bingo is not required to win. Happy playing!