Teaching Your Kids About Internet Safety

March 30th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

via Experian.com Highlights: There are age-appropriate ways to teach your children about Internet safety Parents can keep the dialogue going as their children get older Kids need to feel their parents are a safe place to turn to if they feel attacked or uncomfortable online The Internet can be a source of education and fun

COVID-19 Safety Measures

March 27th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

To our customers, neighbors, and communities: Like everyone, Granite State Communications (GSC) has been paying close attention to the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) over the past few weeks. We take the commitment of ensuring the health and safety of our employees, customers, and our community very seriously. We also understand that as more people

Short Tutorial/FAQ – How Do I Create a Facebook Group?

March 26th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

Question: Facebook is fun but sometimes I want a place where I can communicate with just my close friends. Is a Facebook group a good way to do this? If so, how do I start one? Answer: Yes, a Facebook group is a great way to use many of the same features you like about Facebook with

Spring clean your phone for a better digital life

March 16th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

Via Norton.com If you are guilty of having apps cluttered all over your screen then you are not alone. Smartphones loaded with too many apps can slow down your phone, allow third-party apps to access your data, shorten battery life or worse, crash your phone. Every once in a while every phone needs a cleanup.

March Sites of the Month

March 11th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

Clever Garage Storage Use old paint cans, golf bags, file cabinets, food jars, and more to make more room for your car. Learn more… Smart Food Choices March is National Nutrition Month. Celebrate by learning how to eat right to better your health. Learn more… Backup Basics It’s never too late to start a good

Your Smartphone Is Revealing Far More Information About Your Location Than You Thought

March 5th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

Via Inc.com A new report reveals startling details about how you are being tracked everywhere you go. You probably knew that your smartphone is tracking you. At least, you had some idea that companies keep track of how you use their apps, and what you do online. That’s not news. What you might not have known

Stay Alert – Scam Claims Norton Subscription Expired

February 26th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

If you have Norton AntiVirus software installed on your computer and see a pop-up ad that says it’s expired, you’re likely to want to click and renew to continue safeguarding your computer. But think for a minute before you do. Such pop-up ads can be faked, even if they look like the real thing. Scammers

Short Tutorial/FAQ – When to “Reply” and When to “Reply All”

February 18th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

Question: The great “Reply” versus “Reply All” debate has been going on since email started. The reason it’s an issue is that people in group messages get annoyed when they receive unnecessary replies in their inbox. Consider the following scenario: Your boss sends a message to her entire team asking for updates on a particular project.

From Old to Sold on Facebook Marketplace

February 11th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

Why it’s popular and how you can use it successfully and safely In addition to its original use as a social networking site, Facebook also provides a way for you to find and communicate with political representatives, play games, and schedule events. It’s even developing its own currency! So, it’s no surprise that the social

February Is “Extra” Special Since 2020 Is A Leap Year

February 5th, 2020 by GSC Customer Care

You’ll soon have an extra day to enjoy, thanks to the fact there aren’t 365 days in a year, but rather 365.242190. To compensate for this extra time, the bonus day of February 29 is added to the calendar every four years. Let’s leap right into some leap year trivia: A person born on February