Connections from Nex-Tech

Issue 4 April 2012

In this Issue

Call Before You Dig
Annual Meeting
Tech Zone & Prizes
Nex-Tech Wireless
Photo Contest
Simply Awesome
Green Rewards
Two to View
Construction Update
Scam Warning
Nex-Tech Directory
Training Services
Short Tutorial
Customer Comments
This Month's FAQ
Sites of the Month

You're invited to the

2012 Annual Meeting

We're giving away two hi-def TVs, two laptop computers and $2,000 in services from Nex-Tech!

See the latest in technology from Nex-Tech, Nex-Tech Wireless and Nex-Tech Security.

Voicemail to Email
Hi-Def and DVR
Apps and Widgets
Home Automation
Business Technology

When: Friday, April 20

5:00 - 6:15 p.m.

Tech Zone
Registration
Refreshments

5:45 p.m.

Ventriloquist,
Nick Levendofsky

6:30 p.m.

Meeting
Prize Drawings!

Where: Lakeside High School Gymnasium, Downs

Don't Miss Out on Your Chance to Win $50!
Have you ever thought to yourself, "All these promotions for new customers, why can't they ever do something for me?"

We do!

Scam Warning - Beware Of Fake BBB Emails

Businesses and consumers across the country are being hit by an ongoing email scam that appears to be from the Better Business Bureau (BBB). The fake emails started late last year and have gone through a number of variations since then.

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Customer Comments from AROUND THE CORNER

Thank you so much for your donation of supplies for the Pride Club pancake feed. This year's event was very successful and we couldn't have done it without you! Money raised helps fund many community projects. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

Sincerely,
Courtland Pride Club

Before You Grab Your Shovel, Grab Your Phone!

After a long winter, it's only natural for outdoor lovers to plunge headlong into a backyard or gardening project. Nex-Tech Outside Plant Manager Mark Basgall suggests notifying Kansas One-Call as the recommended first step to any excavation or dirt-moving project.

"Every digging job requires a call-even small projects like planting trees or shrubs," stated Basgall.

Downs To Host Annual Meeting

The 2012 Annual Meeting for Rural Telephone Service Co., Inc., d.b.a. Nex-Tech, will be held at 6:30 p.m., Friday, April 20, at the Lakeside High School Gymnasium in Downs.

Come see Nick and Elmer. Come enjoy an entertaining and informative event with your cooperative members and employees.

The meeting will include reports from the President and CEO/General Manager and the election of trustees.

Ream more

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March's "Good Sport" Winner

Have You Heard About The New Connections Photo Contest?

The April theme is "Wild Weather." Submit and view your photo entry online at nex-tech.com/photo or deliver it to any local Nex-Tech store. Deadline for "Wild Weather" entries is April 30, 2012.

Two To View - A Couple Of Videos You Don't Want To Miss

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Nex-Tech Construction Update

After nearly two years of construction, Nex-Tech has connected more than 6,000 customers to new broadband facilities. Sixteen town and rural areas have been cutover to a new Fiber-To-The-Premise (FTTP) system.

Several communities, including Hays and Plainville, continue to see construction activity to upgrade their phone, Internet and TV services.

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Short Tutorial - Setting Up A Pinterest Account And Starting To Pin

Pinterest is an online pinboard that lets you organize and share images of your favorite things-from baked goods to craft projects to inspiring quotes. It's an invitation-only website, so to get started using it you need to ask a friend who's already on the site to invite you. Once you receive your email invitation, click the link to set up your account.

The Pinterest wizard will take you through the following steps:

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This Month's FAQ

Question: What should I do when I've been hacked on Facebook?

You can reclaim your account and get your Facebook life back in order.

Click here for the answer.

Sites Of The Month - Great Sites To Check Out In April

Tips to Improve Gas Mileage
fueleconomy.gov - In light of rising gas prices, now's a good time to learn how to drive down your costs through better gas mileage. This U.S. Department of Energy site offers tips on how to drive more efficiently, keep your car in shape, plan and combine trips, and choose a more efficient vehicle. There's also a Fuel-Saving Tip of the Week.

Check out the other sites

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Connections Staff

Executive Editor: Steve Herrs

Managing Editor: Andrea Keesee

Contributors:

Chris Norris

Deborah Anderson

Raleen Grandy

Sara Bloom

Tara Turner