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In This Issue
Google Apps - Wireless Device Email Setup
Super-Couponing & Facebook Classes a Hit!
Thunderstorms and Surge Protectors
Pay and Win Program
What customers say about us....
Internet Class Schedule
Google Apps - Wireless Device Email Setup - iPhone 4s   
Brazos Internet added Google Apps suite of tools to your Internet Service on February 14, 2012. In order to implement the powerful resources of tools available with Google Apps you will need to change some settings in your email accounts.

For those who use a mobile device to access email, such as the iPhone 4s we have provided screenshots of how to set up an email account on your iPhone 4s using Microsoft Exchange. 
Note: Microsoft Exchange Email automatically sets itself up and you will not have to choose POP or IMAP settings. 
Super-Couponing and Basics of Facebook Classes Were a Hit!   
We had so much fun during our Super-Couponing and Basics of Facebook classes held last month, that we just had to tell you about it. 

Jill Cataldo author of the Super-Couponing DVD presentation showed us a lot of ways to SAVE money, and that you can never have too many coupons. We loved learning about the various types of coupons available such as Manufacturer Coupons, Store Coupons, and Catalina Coupons. Who knew that electronic coupons downloaded and printed from home, along with coupon apps on our iPhones, would turn us into saving machines? For more information about Super-Couponing, visit www.supercouponing.com   or jillcatalado.com

Jordan and Teea Reed presented the Basics of Facebook in a simple yet slow paced format which made it easy for us to follow along. Even those of us who work with Facebook everyday,  learned a few things. And, that the new timeline... is not a bad thing.  

Basics of Facebook Class .wmv
Basics of Facebook Class .wmv

To learn more about upcoming
free technology classes at Brazos,
click on the link here, or check your inbox, the brazosnet.com website, local newspapers and the Olney, Texas Marquee for notices from Brazos Internet. We look forward to seeing you at our next class. 
 
    
11-16-2011 18:00:10 PM

Recent Thunderstorms and the promise of more reminded me I need to change the power strip my computer is plugged into for a real "Surge Protector". Detailed reports from family members who received near lightening strikes resulting in damaged equipment ... Continue reading →...»

 
Pay and Win Program
Basket Winners
Rewarding our customers who pay their bill on-time and maintain a current balance sounded like a good idea. So, every month all customers who pay their bill on-time are entered into a drawing for a $40 themed basket. The basket is on display in our lobby until around the 20th of the month. Come by to see the nice basket from Olney Floral in Olney, TX that you could win for April. May's Pay & Win basket will have you swinging away at the Olney Country Club.  
 
January Bill Pay Winner:
Will Aston, Antelope, TX  
"Memories" Basket from  Cobwebs Old Stuff and Antiques @ 109 N Center St. Archer City, TX  
 
February Bill Pay Winner:
J. Garrett, Bryson, TX  
"Sweet on You"  Basket from Olney Floral @ 110 East Main St. Olney, TX 940.564.5060
 
March Bill Pay Winner:
L. Taylor, Jermyn, TX 
Watkins Products for Her Basket from Cuttin' Up Salon & Gifts @ 601 S. Center St.
Archer City, TX 940.574.4999
 

 



 

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Faster Speeds Coming
 To Brazos Internet 

Faster Internet Speeds are headed your way.  Beginning May 1, 2012 all Brazos Internet (DSL) speeds will be doubled. There is no need for you to do anything, because we've taken care of it!  Below you will find what your current internet speed is and what it will be on May 1.  It's our way of saying THANK YOU for choosing Brazos for all your communication needs. 

 

Current Speed    

Price

NEW SPEED    

Price

800k/400k

$39.95/mo       

1.5MB/1.0MB

$39.95.mo

1.5MB/400k

$49.95/mo

3.0MB/1.0MB

$49.95/mo

1.5MB/1.0MB

$59.95/mo

3.0MB/2.0MB

$59.95/mo

3.0MB/800k

$69.95/mo

6.0MB/2.0MB

$69.95/mo

3.0MB/1.3MB

$89.95/mo

6.0MB/3.0MB

$79.95/mo

 

http://www.brazosnet.com/internet/dsl.php

 

Please note the technology of DSL has limited distance. Depending on the location of your DSL service in relation to our equipment, some speeds may not be available. Some restrictions apply, call for details.

 

Connected for Hope  
Brazos employees are working hard to help others have more birthdays.  
Relay for Life of Olney, TX is certainly bringing the whole community together for what is sure to be a colossal event. Hundreds are working, planning and raising mega funds for this year's Relay.  Brazos Telephone along with team members Connected for Hope are ready to help.  We thought it would be fun to share a few of the pictures taken of our group leading up to Relay for Life - Olney, Tx.  
 
We would like to say a great big THANK YOU to all who have supported our team. Connected for Hope could not have been so successful without your help. Be sure to stop by and visit our booth Friday, April 27, 2012 located at the Cub Stadium in Olney, TX.  The Relay for Life opening ceremonies begin at 6:00p.m. and will end at 6:00a.m. 
To learn more about Relay for Life-Olney, TX or how you can join the American Cancer Society in the fight against cancer click  
What Customers Say About Us.....
Internet Classes
Tracy Wales, Customer Care Representative
"The Genealogy Class was very interesting. I came away with lots of useful information."  
A Satisfied Customer
 
"Love Brazos Companies. Have always been kind and helpful."
J. Dyer

"Where else can you get so much service!
S. Jeske 
                                  

 


Why You Still Need A Landline
At-Home Emergency 
During an at-home emergency, you can call 9-1-1 with a landline phone and an emergency dispatch center in an enhanced 9-1-1 service area will automatically receive your location and be able to dispatch an accurate emergency response. If a young child or critically injured adult must call 9-1-1, this can save valuable time and sometimes even lives. While a cell phone can help pinpoint a location, it is not nearly as accurate or reliable in an emergency. A landline can also be connected directly to a home security system, which provides another layer of protection for you and your family. 
 
Value and Reliability
A traditional landline phone provides affordable and reliable service, with unlimited local calling.  Unlike a cell phone, a traditional landline phone has superior quality of sound and clarity, and there are no dropped calls. For example, a charged cell phone will work during a power outage, but its reliability is jeopardized if the cell tower site is down or if the signal is weak. A landline phone is a reliable and easy way to stay connected with family and friends during an emergency situation. 
 
Power Outages
In a power outage, you can no longer charge a cell phone but with a traditional landline phone, there is no charging or backup required. Your local telecommunications provider will maintain the emergency backup system that keeps your phone working, even when the power goes out, as long as there is at least one non-cordless phone in your home. Many cell phone towers have a battery backup which only protects you for a few hours during a power outage and even fewer actually have an on-site diesel generator. For the most reliable coverage during a power outage, a traditional landline is essential. 
 
Natural Disasters
Many factors can affect a cell phone tower, especially natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and ice storms. For example, many cell towers along the Gulf Coast stopped working as a result of power losses during Hurricane Katrina, causing communication breakdowns that complicated rescue and recovery efforts. On September 11, 2001, cell phone networks were overwhelmed by the sheer number of individuals trying to make calls at the same time. Although natural disasters may also affect traditional telephone lines, local providers are almost always on hand immediately to work to solve the problem quickly and efficiently, so that disruption to service is minimal. 
 
Many people have started replacing their landline with cell phone service, unaware of the potential consequences of not maintaining a landline phone. While having a cell phone has become standard for a large percentage of the population, we should not forget the importance of also having a landline, which is a proven, reliable and ubiquitous form of communication. Having a traditional landline in your home is more than a matter of comfort - it is an essential tool for home and family security. 
 
Note: A newscast aired on October 31, 2011 by WHO-TV 13 in Des Moines, Iowa found that 9-1-1 dispatches were detecting cell phones up to 14 blocks away from their true locations - which can lose valuable time in an emergency. Watch the complete newscast at http://whotv.com/2011/10/31/911-knowledge-channel-13s-dan-winters-investigates-how-smart-your-smart-phone-is-in-an-emergency/" 
 
This article was reprinted with permission from the Foundation for Rural Service - www.frs.org. 
Navigating Google Apps Class 

Note: Brazos will offer a Special class this summer on Google Apps. Please join us June 16, 2012 as we learn how to use the many applications available with Google. Due to overwhelming response we are offering two classes. The first one will begin Saturday morning at 10:00a.m. and will end at 11:30p.m.. The second class will begin at 1:00p.m. and end at 2:30p.m.  Please RSVP as seating is limited and these classes fill up quickly.  

Special Summer Session:  
June 16, 2012 - Navigating Google Apps - 
Join us as we learn how to use the New Google Apps available at Brazos Internet. 
                Morning Class:     10:00a.m. to 11:30p.m.
                Afternoon Class:   1:00p.m. to 2:30p.m.

 

We will cover the following:
Free Google Apps vs. Brazos Google Apps
Google Apps - New Service Available
The Basics of Using Gmail Web Interface
The Basics of Using Calendars
Postini, A quick overview 

2012 Internet Class Schedule       
Brazos Internet's free classes have become very popular. Topics will continue to be influenced by our attendees. 
 
Place: Brazos Telephone Building at 109 N. Ave D Olney, TX. 

July 19 - Computer Basics - Learning to navigate around your own PC

Sept 20 - YouTube - How to create and upload your videos. 

Nov 15 - Digital Photography 101 - Upload, edit and use photos online. 

Please RSVP for classes at: 940.564.5659 or freeclasses@brazosnet.com

 
Payment Information
  • Payments are due on the 15th of every month.
  • View and pay your bill online at http://www.brazosnet.com/onlinebillpay.php
  • For your convenience, Brazos offers Automatic Bank Deduct, Payments can be taken out of your checking or savings account.
  • Brazos accepts credit card payments with American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa. Credit cards can also be set up for autopay.
  • There is a drop box at the Brazos Business office. Payments can also be dropped off or mailed to our local office at 109 N. Ave D - Olney, TX.   Brazos Office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00pm Monday thru Friday. Calls received after business hours are directed to our emergency telephone and internet trouble shooting services and are not payment centers. Our convenient online bill pay option is available for those who wish to make after hour payments from home or office
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