Shopping for Back-to-School Tech

July 12, 2021

Although it’s only July, back-to-school shopping is just around the corner! Whether you’re in college or a parent of an elementary kiddo, we’re here to share our tips for selecting the right tech. Laptop/Desktop computers Last year showed us the importance of having a dependable laptop or desktop computer for virtual learning. For remote […]

4 Tips for Unplugging from Devices this Summer

June 14, 2021

We are all guilty of it – spending too much time on our devices. Scrolling through social media on our phones, binging the latest series on our favorite streaming platform, gaming into the early morning hours on our tablets and computers. With summer making a triumphant return, now is your opportunity to reduce screen time […]

Three Tips for a Better Gaming Experience

April 9, 2021

Raise your hand if you have a gamer in your house. We know that your little humans, especially the teenage ones, are often using the internet for gaming. We’ve all been there – with multiple people on the internet at the same time, lagging and slow speeds can happen. When that occurs in the middle […]

What should I check first if my internet isn’t working?

March 22, 2021

It happens every once in a while. The internet stops working, and you don’t know what your next step should be. If you aren’t blessed with technology savvy genes, an internet problem might scare you. Take a look at our suggested first steps below to help you through this nightmare. #southslopetips When your internet isn’t […]

5 Fun Apps for Home Workouts

March 12, 2021

The popularity of fitness apps and technology exploded during the pandemic as so many people started working out at home. While there are a ton of fitness apps out there, here are some fun ones that caught our eye. Jefit With Jefit, you no longer have to look at your equipment and wonder what to […]

4 Tips to Safely Scroll Social Media

February 5, 2021

Raise your hand if you’ve learned a new TikTok dance in the last year. Quarantine has amped up our scrolling on OG networks like Facebook, and newer standouts like TikTok. While connecting this way has become a greater part of daily life, it’s not without danger. Read our top four tips below on how to […]

Guide to Popular Streaming Services

January 8, 2021

With so many streaming services and new ones popping up every day, it can be hard to decide what’s best for you. Don’t worry…we’re here to help with a guide to the most popular streaming services. Amazon Prime Video: Did you know that if you have an Amazon Prime subscription, you also get access to […]

2020 Technology Gift Guides

December 9, 2020

Finding the perfect gift for your loved ones can be tricky, but this holiday season, we’re here to help. We’ve complied a list of items for all of those special people in your life based on the things they love to do! Don’t wait until the last minute, and check out our tech gift guide […]

Setting up a Home Guest Network

November 10, 2020

Although we may not be gathering as normal this holiday season, there’s a possibility you’ll have a few guests at your home asking for access to the internet. Having a guest network set up for those few visitors is helpful for your online security. When your Wi-Fi network isn’t properly secured, it leaves you vulnerable […]

Four Common Types of Spam and Tips to Identify Them

October 8, 2020

October is Cyber Security Month so it’s the perfect time for us to share the most common types of spam and tips for avoiding them. 1. Phishing Phishing is the most common form of spam. It’s typically delivered through an email, chat, web ad or website that has been designed to impersonate a real person […]

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