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Why Choose DataVison? Jan 14, 2026 | Posted by Lily Chavez #internet #wifi Choosing an internet provider is no longer just a question of speed and price—it’s also a question of values. For many communities, especially rural ones like Gervais, Woodburn, Hubbard and Brooks, a local cooperative-based internet provider like DataVision offers benefits that go far... Full Article
Stay Safe Online with DataVision Wi-Fi Services Oct 2, 2025 | Posted by Lily Chavez #wifi #technology #onlinesafety Stay Safe Online with DataVision Wi-Fi Services   In July and August alone, over 4,000 online threats were blocked for DataVision internet customers who also subscribe to our Wi-Fi services. From malware and viruses to ransomware, online dangers are becoming more common and more... Full Article
How to Spot a Work-from-Home Job Scam Jul 29, 2025 | Posted by Lily Chavez #scams #tips #fraud #workfromhome #jobseeking Are You Looking for a New Job? What about a job that lets you work from home? Remote jobs have been all the rage and in high demand since the pandemic. However, finding a legitimate remote position has become more challenging due to the rise in job scams. Scammers are going to great... Full Article
Notice of Intermittent Telephone Service Interruption Jul 29, 2025 | Posted by Jason Nugent #voice #outage At 9:23AM this morning, reports started to come in of members intermittently not being able to complete or receive calls. It was later identified that our network voice service partner, Lumen, had found an outage in their system. A Lumen cable had been severed between Veneta and Eugene, Oregon.... Full Article
2.4Ghz vs. 5Ghz and Wi-Fi 6 What’s the Difference? Mar 14, 2024 | Posted by DataVision Communications #internet #wifi Understanding the differences between WiFi frequencies is a low priority for most people, who often have more important things on their minds as they go about their busy day. But, in the evening, when they sit down at their computer or in front of their TV set to relax and stream their favorite... Full Article
Internet vs. Wi-Fi What’s the Difference? Feb 12, 2024 | Posted by DataVision Communications #internet #wifi #ethernet “What’s the WiFi here?” “This WiFi is too slow” “We need better WiFi” Sometimes we hear that internet and WiFi are the same thing, or that someone doesn’t need internet service, they just want WiFi. While the two terms are often used interchangeably, they serve different purposes... Full Article
Call 811 Before You Dig Jan 21, 2024 | Posted by DataVision Communications #safety #811 On occasion, almost everyone has occasion to do a little yardwork—and sometimes it involves using a shovel. Maybe you want to do some spring gardening or plant a bush. Perhaps you're installing a new mailbox. It doesn't matter the reason, if you're putting a shovel into the ground—you really... Full Article
Protect Your Smartphone in the Heat this Summer Dec 26, 2023 | Posted by DataVision Communications #safety Summer is officially here, and that means ample opportunities for great photos out in the sun. Unfortunately, smartphones don’t enjoy the sunshine as much as we do. Follow these tips to protect your cell phone from overheating.  Keep your phone out of direct sunlight and hot cars... Full Article
Six Tips for Using Social Media Safely Dec 11, 2023 | Posted by DataVision Communications #safety #security #social media Social media has made it easier than ever to keep in touch and stay connected with loved ones around the globe. It’s also made users increasingly vulnerable to cyber crimes such as: Data breaches Hacking Fake accounts and impersonation scams Phishing Sending... Full Article
Think Twice Before Taking That Social Media Quiz Nov 21, 2023 | Posted by DataVision Communications #safety #scams #security #social media Your childhood pet’s name, your mother’s maiden name, your first car. Why would a random social media quiz about which Harry Potter character you’d most relate to need to know these things? Well, there’s a chance it’s a scam.   These types of topics are all common account security questions used... Full Article
Broadband’s Impact on Agriculture Nov 14, 2023 | Posted by DataVision Communications #internet #agriculture #technology How important is the expansion of broadband to the health of the agriculture industry? The short answer is: very. According to data from the US Department of Agriculture and the American Farm Bureau Federation, domestic farms could contribute up to $23 billion to the U.S. economy each... Full Article
Cyber Security Awareness Month Oct 17, 2023 | Posted by DataVision Communications #security #safety #internet Seven Cybersecurity Steps to Keep Your Devices & Accounts Safe What's more important to you: the safety of your data and online accounts, or having an easy experience when browsing the web? According to a 2021 Norton study, you probably picked the latter: more than three out of five... Full Article
Bytes vs. Bits How Internet Speed Affects File Download Times Sep 11, 2023 | Posted by DataVision Communications #internet #bandwidth Internet terminology can be a little confusing, so we’re here to help clear some things up about some common phrases and numbers used when measuring internet speed, file size, and how your subscribed speed impacts file download times.   A  bit (b)  is short for  binary digit , and bits are most... Full Article
Watch Out for Automatic Account Renewal Scams Like This One Sep 5, 2023 | Posted by DataVision Communications #scams #security #safety Have you received an email or text message that looks like the image above? In this scam email that was sent to a customer, the sender is posing as Norton, a company that offers anti-virus software. An invoice has been included in the email that details a subscription to “Norton 360 premium.”... Full Article
It's National Word Day! Check out this list of common telecom terms and acronyms. Apr 21, 2023 | Posted by DataVision Communications #social media #tips In the communications industry, there are a lot of big words, acronyms, and abbreviations that can be difficult to understand at times. Today on National Big Word Day, check out this brief list of common telecom terms and acronyms: ISP/BSP: Internet Service Provider/Broadband Service... Full Article