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Greetings
Mt. Angel Telephone Internet Subscribers Welcome to our February
eNewsletter issue. It contains information on a variety of timely topics
that we hope will come in handy for you this month. First you'll learn
about the risks of counterfeit software and ways to avoid buying it
unknowingly. Keep reading to learn what hashtags are and how to use them
on Twitter, as well as how to change the sound you hear when new e-mail
arrives on your computer. For added fun in February, check out Great Sites
for cruise planning tips, chili recipes, home design ideas, and more.
The goal of each of our monthly eNewsletters is to keep our
subscribers informed regarding their Internet connection and to improve
their Internet experience. We think you'll find this information
interesting. If, however, you'd prefer not to receive these bulletins on a
monthly basis, click here.
To see what's inside this issue, simply scroll down the
eNewsletter or click on the links within the index to the left. Thanks for
reading!
- The Mt. Angel Telephone Team
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Caution! -
Warning About Counterfeit And Pirated Software
 According to a recent report from
Microsoft®, the number of customers who unknowingly purchased counterfeit
and pirated Microsoft software has risen dramatically over the last two
years. This software poses a serious risk to security, since studies
around the world have shown that a high percentage of illegally copied or
downloaded software contains spyware, malware, or other malicious code.
Consumers who are duped by fraudulent software can encounter viruses, lose
personal information, risk having their identities stolen, and waste
valuable time and money.
Worse yet, today's counterfeiters are
often large criminal syndicates that don't stop at distributing hundreds
of copies of unlicensed software. Software pirates are likely to create
botnets, which are armies of compromised computers controlled by
cybercriminals and used to perform a host of illegal Internet activities.
Here are some tips to help you avoid buying counterfeit software:
- Take the time to fully research the products that you are buying and
from whom you get them. Read reviews and talk to retailers so that you
build a knowledgeable perspective.
- If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. Buy from a
reputable source such as major retailers or other recognized resellers.
- Look for spelling mistakes on the software package or a shoddy
appearance.
- Make sure software products are licensed. It is standard that every
legal piece of software includes a developer's license agreement.
- If you're unsure if a product is legitimate, call the manufacturer.
Microsoft has launched an education campaign to help you
recognize counterfeit and pirated software, and know if you're purchasing
genuine products. For more information, visit their "How to Tell" site at
http://www.microsoft.com:80/howtotell.
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Mt. Angel
Computer Club Meeting Notice “What is Windows 7?”
The Mt. Angel Computer Club
will meet on Thursday, February 4 at 7:00 p.m. at Mt. Angel Telephone, 155
N. Garfield St. Students and beginners are encouraged to attend.
"What is Windows 7?" is the topic of discussion lead by
guest speaker Dennis Meissner of DVM Computers. Dennis Meissner will walk
us through the latest version of Windows. For anyone that received a
new computer for Christmas, this is the meeting you want to attend!
Learn about all the new features of Microsoft's latest version of
Windows that was launched late last year including Jump Lists, Program
Thumbnails, Home Groups, Action Center, Problem Steps Recorder and XP mode
to name a few. Additional changes will be discussed as well, including
Windows Live Mail, configurable UAC (user account control) as well as
others.
For planning purposes, your RSVP would be appreciated to
Maureen Ernst at 503.845.1031 or maureene@mtangeltel.net. We look
forward to seeing you on February 4.
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This Month's
FAQ - What Are Hashtags And How Do I Use Them?
Question: As someone
who's just getting started on Twitter, I'd like to know more about
hashtags. What are they and how do I use them?
 Answer: Hashtags are a
community-driven way to label tweets (posts made to Twitter). They begin
with the hash mark (#), followed by a word, phrase, or
abbreviation—examples of hashtags include #americanidol and #lakers. When
you insert a hashtag in your post, it makes it easy for Twitter users who
don't already follow you (plus anyone searching Twitter) to find your
public contributions to the discussion on that particular topic.
Here are some tips for you:
- In order to get tracked via a hashtag, you need to opt-in and follow
twitter.com/hashtags. Every time you make a post in Twitter that
includes a hashtag, it will show up as a real-time post on hashtags.org.
- If you visit hashtags.org, you can click on any tag and it will show
you all of the posts that have been tagged with that keyword.
- You can search for hashtags on Twitter by using the search box on
the Twitter sidebar.
- You can also subscribe to any updates that contain a tag by visiting
hashtags.org, entering in the tag you want to follow, and then clicking
"subscribe."
By the way, thanks for the question. We're glad we
could hash over this topic with our readers.
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Sites Of The
Month - Great Sites To Check Out In February
Lend a Hand in
Haiti
http://redcross.org - You can
help the victims of the catastrophic earthquake and aftershocks in Haiti
by making a contribution to the American Red Cross International Response
Fund. It will provide immediate relief and long-term support through
supplies and technical assistance. Visit their site to make a donation,
get news updates from Haiti, and find out how to get information if you
have loved ones there. You can also send a $10 donation by texting 'Haiti'
to 90999.
Celebrate Black History Month
http://biography.com/blackhistory/index.jsp - February
is Black History Month, and a great time to visit this site. It features
an interactive timeline to give you an overview of black history. You can
also read articles, watch videos, play games, and check out featured bios
on such notable figures as Barack Obama, Maya Angelou, Martin Luther King
Jr., and Rosa Parks.
Cruisin' for Trip Tips
http://cruisecritic.com - Considering
a cruise? Whether you're an experienced or novice cruiser, this detailed
site can help you plan your trip. Find the best cruise for you by
destination, lifestyle, cruise line, or price. Read features about
weather, dietary restrictions, safety, trends, and more. Communicate with
other cruisers on the message boards. And don't forget to read the expert
cruise reviews for advice from the pros.
Hot Site for Chili
Lovers
http://chilicookoff.com - This
is the online home of the International Chili Society (ICS). Cookoffs take
place throughout the world, and winners are qualified to compete at the
World's Championship Chili Cookoff held each year in October. Check it out
to read about cookoff winners dating back to 1967 and get some of their
chili recipes to try at home. It's a sure recipe to heat up cold days.
Tour a Dream Home for Inspiration
http://hgtv.com/dream-home/index.html - It
never hurts to dream big, and this site lets you experience the HGTV Dream
Home 2010 in multiple ways. View the floor plan, watch videos, get a feel
for life in New Mexico (where the home is located), or take a room-by-room
tour. Check out the blog to learn even more about this contemporary
Pueblo-style home. And if you like what you see, visit the Products
section to find pieces to make your own home a little dreamier.
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Short
Tutorial - Changing the Sound of E-mail Notification
You probably enjoy having the
freedom to change the ring tone on your phone to suit your personality and
preferences. Well, you have a similar opportunity to change the sound you
hear when new e-mail arrives on your computer. Just follow the steps below
for your e-mail program and operating system:
Changing the
Sound of New E-mail Notification Using ...
E-Mail Program: Outlook
Express 6 or Mozilla Thunderbird
Computer Operating System:
Windows XP
- Select "Control Panel" from the "Start" menu. (Make sure you are in
"Classic View.")
- Double click on the "Sounds and Audio Devices" icon.
- The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window will open. Click on
the "Sounds" tab.
- Highlight "New Mail Notification" in the "Program Events" list.
- In the "Sounds:" field, select a sound from the drop-down list, or
use the "Browse" button to find a sound not in the list. To assist you
in selecting a sound, click on the arrow button next to the drop-down
list to listen to a sound of interest.
- When you have made your selection, click on the "Apply" and then the
"OK" buttons to accept and save your changes.
Changing the
Sound of New E-mail Notification Using ...
E-Mail Program: Windows
Mail or Mozilla Thunderbird
Computer Operating System: Windows
Vista
- Select "Control Panel" from the "Start" menu. (Make sure you are in
"Classic View.")
- Double click on the "Sounds" icon.
- The Sound window will open. Click on the "Sounds" tab.
- Highlight "New Mail Notification" in the "Program" list.
- In the "Sounds:" field, select a sound from the drop-down list, or
use the "Browse" button to find a sound not in the list. To assist you
in selecting a sound, click on the "Test" button to listen to a sound of
interest.
- When you have made your selection, click on the "Apply" and then the
"OK" buttons to accept and save your changes.
Changing the
Sound of New E-mail Notification Using ...
E-Mail Program:
Mail.app
Computer Operating System: Mac OS X 10.5
- With Mail.app open, click your cursor arrow on the "Mail" menu and
select "Preferences" from the resulting drop-down menu.
- When the Preferences window opens, select the "General" tab by
clicking on its icon.
- Click on the drop-down button next to "New mail sound." A drop-down
menu listing all the sounds in your system will appear.
- Select a sound and the sound will play. Keep making selections and
listening to sounds until you find the one you like best.
- Once you have made your final sound selection, close the Preferences
window to save your changes.
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We hope you found this
newsletter to be informative. It's our way of keeping you posted on the
happenings here. If, however, you'd prefer not to receive these bulletins
on a monthly basis, click here.
Thanks for your business!
Best regards,
Diana Coleman
Vice President
& General Manager
Mt. Angel Telephone Co.
155 N
Garfield
Mt Angel, OR 97362
503-845-2291
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