E-Mail Scam Don't Participate in Illegal E-mail Chain Letters SecureIT Plus Parental Controls Parental Controls Now Available at No Extra Charge Not Signed Up for Bundles? You Can Still Save Money and Get Great Values --Why Wait? Graduation Gift Ideas Laptops, Flash Drives, Printers, DVD Drives, & More Available Web Design Help Here! Contact Us For Your Web Design Needs Calling Our After-Hours Help Desk With PC Problems? Things You Should Know Before Calling Bicycle Safety Rodeo Fun Bicycle Safety Course for Kids Ask The Help Desk How To Save Changes To Attachment Files Before Resending Local Website Of The Month Our Featured LOCAL Website Of The Month is... Sites Of The Month Great Sites To Check Out In May! Short Tutorial Adding Contacts To Your Address Book

Hello Hartel.net Subscribers! E-mail has become part of our daily routines and it's the focus of this month's eNewsletter. We take a look at chain letters sent by e-mail and remind you that if money is involved, such letters are illegal. We also provide instructions on how to save changes you make to e-mail attachments, and how to add contact information to your e-mail address book. When you're finished with e-mail, browse through the Great Sites list. It includes an inspiring resource about Memorial Day, tips for fuel efficiency, and some fun ideas for your spare time. The goal of each of our monthly eNewsletters is to keep our subscribers informed regarding their Internet connection and to improve their Internet experience. To meet this goal, each monthly newsletter will usually contain information related to: Warnings on a recent virus, e-mail hoax or security issue that may affect you An update on new services and other local interests An answer to a frequently asked Internet related question Some fun, seasonal websites to check out A short, step-by-step tutorial on an e-mail or browser related task We think you'll find the information contained in this newsletter to be a valuable tool for enhancing your Internet experience. If, however, you'd prefer not to receive these bulletins on a monthly basis, click HERE. To see what's inside this issue, take a look at the index to the left and thanks for reading! - The Hartel.net Team

E-Mail Scam - Don't Participate in Illegal E-mail Chain Letters

You probably receive them regularly — e-mailed chain letters that promise a big return on a small investment. Most contain a list of names and addresses and instruct you to send a few dollars to the person at the top of the list, remove that name from the list, and add your own name to the bottom. The fraudulent promise behind chain letters is that by the time your name gets to the top of the list, so many people will be involved that you'll receive a fortune. One recently circulated e-mail chain letter promised earnings of "$50,000 or more within the next 90 days of sending e-mail." These e-mail messages often falsely claim that, "this is not a chain letter, but a perfectly legal money-making opportunity." Or they may include personal testimonials that are hard to prove and often fabricated.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reminds you that chain letters that involve money or other valuables and promise big returns are illegal. If you start one or forward one, you are breaking the law and could be prosecuted for mail fraud. This applies whether a chain letter is sent by e-mail or regular mail.

What should you do if you if you receive a potentially illegal e-mail chain letter? DO NOT REPLY OR PARTICIPATE. You can also report the scam to the FTC at spam@uce.gov. If you receive a chain letter via regular mail, call the Postal Inspection Service toll-free at 1-888-877-7644.

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SecureIT Plus Parental Controls - Parental Controls Now Available at No Extra Charge

If you've been considering changing your Internet security software, there is no better time than the present! Hartington Telecommunications offers SecureIT Plus, a comprehensive suite of fully managed and fully automated security software featuring antivirus, patch management, firewall, pop-up blocker, and spyware detection and removal, all with FREE 24/7 technical support for installation assistance and in the unlikely event that you are not satisfied with any portion of the service!

And now it's getting even better! Hartington Telecommunications is pleased to announce the enhancement of our SecureIT Plus product with the addition of parental controls! This enhancement will bring you the added protection of content filtering, access and time management controls, and monitoring/reporting capabilites....features to help ensure the safety and security of your family on the Internet.

To see a demonstration and find out more information on how you can start enjoying the added safety and security SecureIT Plus can provide you and your family, please stop by our office at 104 West Centre Street, or just call us at 254-3901 or email us by clicking here.

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Not Signed Up for Bundles? - You Can Still Save Money and Get Great Values -- Why Wait?

It's never too late to signup for bundles with Hartington Telecommunications. That means it's never too late to start saving money while upgrading your services!

Signup for any of our bundles and receive 100 free long distance minutes per month, and additional long distance minutes are only 8 cents per minute! All of our bundle plans also include three calling features of your choice such as Caller ID, Voice Mail, and others. You simply choose which features you want!

And with the Broadband DSL or VIP bundle, high speed Internet has never been so easy -- get free high speed Broadband DSL installation and a free DSL modem when you signup. That's a savings of $130.00!

And with speeds of up to 1.5Mg per second (1500k per second), whether you're using an old dialup connection or whether you're on our introductory 128k DSL package, it's well be worth your time to upgrade now. The speed increase is amazing!

See our flyer below for more information and call us at 254-3901 or stop by today!

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Graduation Gift Ideas - Laptops, Flash Drives, Printers, DVD Drives, & More Available

Buying a graduation gift for that special graduate is easy with Northeast Nebraska Computer Services. If you're a parent, a new laptop for college is the perfect gift! We sell Dell-brand computers so check with us as pricing changes almost weekly.

If a new PC isn't in your budget or if the graduate already has a PC for school, how about a new printer to keep those college reports running smoothly? Or just upgrade their PC with a DVD-writeable drive (burner).

Or a flash drive or jump drive is very inexpensive and there's no more worrying about floppy disks or CDs with this easy way to transfer and carry files with you.

Gift certificates are always a good choice and we can make them for any amount.

Be sure to check with us first for all of your technology needs! And congratulations to all May graduates! We wish you the best of success in the future!

Call Northeast Nebraska Computer Services at 254-2110 or stop by -- we're right on Broadway in Hartington across from the auditorium. Local Professionals -- Hometown Help!

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Web Design Help Here! - Contact Us For Your Web Design Needs


Hartel.net welcomes Andrea Schroeder to our team as a web design specialist. Andrea has over 10 years of experience in web design for businesses and personal use, from basic informative sites to more complex sites with shopping carts and dynamic scripting. Let us know your ideas for a web presence and we'll put Andrea to work for you! Call Hartel.net at 254-3901 for your free quote!

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Calling Our After-Hours Help Desk with PC Problems? - Things You Should Know Before Calling

What You Need To Know Before You Call Your Hartel.net's Help Desk:

• Know your user name.

• Know your password.

• Know your e-mail address.

• Know what brand and model of computer you have … IBM compatible, Macintosh, etc.

• Know what browser you are using … Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0, Netscape Navigator 7, etc.

• Know what operating system your computer uses … Windows 2000, Windows XP, etc.

• Know what e-mail software program you are using … Microsoft Outlook Express, Netscape Messenger, Eudora, etc.

• Know what brand and model of dial-up modem you use. (The problem you are having may be due to outdated software controlling your modem.)

• Write down any error messages that may be appearing when you are online.

• If possible, be at your computer with it on and running when you call your our Help Desk

Have a dial-up modem and problems connecting to the Internet? Try these possibilities...

• Check to see if your phone line is plugged into your modem. If you have an external modem, check to make sure it’s turned on.

• Do you have call waiting on your phone line? This feature may be disconnecting you from your Internet access.

• If you have a second phone line designated for computer use and are having problems getting online, ensure this designated line is working properly by connecting an ordinary corded phone to it. Then try to make call your regular phone line and vice versa.

• Do you have a “hands free” telephone? How about an answering machine, fax machine, or Caller ID unit in the house? Any of these could be causing your connection problems.
  
  Remember that you can call 24/7 to the Hartel.net Help Desk at 254-3902.

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Bicycle Safety Rodeo - Fun Bicycle Safety Course for Kids


A Bicycle Safety Rodeo is being held on Saturday May 19th on South Broadway Street between Hartington Public School and Holy Trinity Grade School starting at 9:00am until 12:00 noon.

What is a Bicycle Safety Rodeo?
A Bicycle Rodeo consists of a registration table, bicycle inspection station, and 8 separate stations or areas where children will demonstrate and improve on different aspects of their bicycle safety skills. It is open to children of all ages, free of charge, is a lot of fun for the kids, and a great way to jump-start your children to a safe and happy summer.

If someone you know would like to volunteer for this worthwhile project, or if you know someone who wants community service hours, please contact Mike Becker at 254-2226. Approximately 25 volunteers including youth and adults are needed.

Thanks so much for your time! It is greatly appreciated!

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Ask The Help Desk - How To Save Changes To Attachment Files Before Resending

Question: I'm having a problem with e-mail attachments. When I receive an e-mail with an attachment (usually a Word document), I open the file, make and save my changes, and then forward the edited file to a co-worker. When my co-worker opens the Word document, none of my changes have been saved. What am I doing wrong?

Answer: It sounds like you are failing to first save the attached Word document to your computer's hard drive. Making changes to a file without first saving the file to your computer will not save your changes. Next time, save the file to your hard drive. Then you can open the document, make your edits, save the changes to your file, prepare an outgoing e-mail message, and then add the edited document as an attachment to the outgoing message. Your edited version of the file will be sent to the recipient.

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Local Website Of The Month - Our Featured LOCAL Website Of The Month is.....

This is a series of monthly articles featuring local websites. Please contact us by clicking here if you want your website to be featured in an upcoming issue. You supply the information and we'll put it in our eNewsletter. What a great way to get your website known throughout the Hartington area!

Pearson Motor Company - "Everything We Do is Driven By You"

If you are looking for the best in automobile sales and service, you've come to the right place. Pearson Motor Company has a unique attitude - we not only provide outstanding service before and after the sale, but we have an honest and straight forward approach to obtaining and financing your next vehicle purchase.

Unlike the big city dealers, at Pearson Motor Company, one person will work with you through your entire buying experience. Plus, if we don’t have the specific vehicle you are looking for, Pearson Motor Company will locate that vehicle for you. We also carry an inventory of cargo and utility trailers.

Check out our website at http://www.pearsonmotorcompany.com/.

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Great Sites To Check Out This Month

A Grateful Nation
http://www.thulix.com/memorial_day/  -  Memorial Day, celebrated this year on May 28th, is a time to remember the ultimate sacrifice made by so many to support our country. This site is a comprehensive resource about Memorial Day, and includes information on the holiday's history and special events as well links to museums, memorials, and cemeteries honoring fallen heroes from the Civil War to the present day. You'll also find opportunities to offer support to U.S. troops currently deployed.

Will the Third Time Be a Charm?
http://spiderman3.sonypictures.com -  The upcoming release of Spider-Man 3 promises to deliver the excitement and fun we've come to expect from the first two movies. Spider-Man 3 reunites Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst, and follows the adventures of the super hero as his suit turns from red to black, giving him greater powers but posing new challenges. Check out the official site to see the trailer and get the behind-the-scenes scoop.

Find Your Celebrity Look Alike
http://www.starsinyou.com  -  Ever been told you that you look like a famous celebrity? Now you can see for yourself in seconds ... and it's free. Simply go to this site and upload a full-face photo, and the search engine will compare your face with thousands of celebrities. You'll instantly receive photos of your celebrity matches, along with a percentage figure for each. You could be 76% Shania Twain, for example, and 67% Laura Linney. It makes a fun break on a busy day.

Discover a Unique Style of Vacation
http://discoverhouseboating.org -  You've been on a cruise. You've stayed in plenty of hotels, cabins, and cottages. But have you ever taken a houseboat vacation? Houseboating lets you (and your family and friends) enjoy the amenities of a luxurious condominium while you move to a different lakefront spot whenever you want a change in scenery. This site includes a variety of articles geared for houseboat beginners, and includes links to places you can rent a houseboat in the U.S. and Canada.

Slow Down and Save
http://fueleconomy.gov -  Every five miles an hour you drive over 60 mph is like paying an extra 20 cents more per gallon of fuel. Clearly, it pays to slow down, especially since the cost of gasoline typically rises during the summer vacation season. You'll find lots more fuel-saving tips when you visit this site, including advice on driving more efficiently, keeping your car in shape, and planning and combining trips. You can also download the 2007 Fuel Economy Guide to help you choose a more efficient vehicle — a move that can save you hundreds of dollars every year.

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Short Tutorial - Adding Contacts To Your Address Book

They're probably sitting on your desk right now--business cards or other printed materials containing important names, e-mail addresses, phone numbers, and so on. How do you add this contact information to your e-mail address book? Just follow the steps below for your e-mail program:

Adding Contacts To Your Address Book When Using Outlook Express 6 In Windows XP Home Edition:

1. With Outlook Express open, click on the "Addresses" button on the toolbar.
2. In the Address Book window, click on the "New" button and then click "New Contact" from the resulting drop-down menu.
3. Enter your new contact's information in the "Properties" window. If you'd like to enter more detailed information such as their home, business, and personal contact information, click on each corresponding tab to do so.
4. Click the "OK" button to save your new contact and close the "Properties" window. Your new contact will now be listed in the "Address Book" window.
5. Close the Address Book window by clicking on the red "X" in the upper right hand corner of the window.

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The Hartel.net Team





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