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Switching to a New Computer – What You Need to Do
Getting a new computer is exciting, but making the switch can cause stress. You don’t want to lose any files, photos or important communication – and you don’t want to make it more complicated than it ought to be. Use our worry-free file transfer guide below. It, paired with a fast and reliable internet from Piedmont Rural Fiber will have you up and connected on your new computer in no time. Getting Ready There are two critical steps before migrating data to your new computer: File Management....
Medical Care is Just a Click Away
Coronavirus is putting telemedicine in the spotlight as a safer, more efficient way to receive medical help. It’s a welcome alternative to visiting a doctor’s office, now viewed as a hub of anxiety and potential illness. Additionally, many physicians’ offices don’t offer after-hours appointments or leave you twiddling your thumbs in crowded waiting rooms. You don’t have to be tech-savvy to use telemedicine, either. It’s as simple as logging into your computer using your fast and reliable...
Where to Place Your Router for the Best WiFi Experience
When it comes to the dependability and speed of the internet service in your home, a lot depends on your WiFi router―specifically its location in the house.
Why You Should Ditch DSL and Cable for Fiber
Not all internet options are created equal. All it takes is one missed virtual meeting or one lagging video game to realize that your current internet speeds may not be sufficient.
Why Upload Speed Matters
The future of the internet is sharing―from capturing Instagram-worthy meals to enjoying video chats with friends―and our unmatched upload speeds make that future a reality.
Understanding Speed Test Results
Testing the speed of your internet connection is easy, but it’s also easy to misunderstand the results. Your devices — TVs, routers, smartphones, laptops, desktops, etc. — have different capabilities, and you can get different results on each one, even while using the same internet connection.