Stop Spam: Control the junk that clutters your In-Box
Instant Messaging: Join in the fun!
Before lightning strikes - pull the plug!
Ask the Help Desk: Is there an easy, effective way to save web pages directly from the Internet?
Enhance your Internet connection at a price worth emailing home about.
Great sites to check out this month
Short tutorial - sending pictures as e-mail attachments
Tired of the uninvited, odious, commercial email that clogs up your mailbox?
We hate it, too, which is why we participate in national efforts to stop spammers and refuse to accept mail from recognized spammers. We turn back thousands of messages every day, not letting them past our servers and into your box.
But we can't filter mail addressed specifically to you. How do advertisers get your address? They're crafty about getting you on their "opt-in" mailing list. Entering a contest, subscribing to things like news updates or weather reports end up putting you on many email lists. Most of us don't read the fine print when taking advantage of these offers but nearly all of them include adding the subscriber to marketing email lists and these lists normally include many advertisers.
What's the best defense? We recommend software that will filter your incoming mail, separating the mail you want from the mail you don't. Then you glance at the junk, making sure there's nothing you want, trash it and get on with the email that's important. There are several good, inexpensive programs that are quick and easy to download. One we recommend is iHateSpam - not just because we love the name, but because it's quite effective, and FREE (plus shipping & handling) after mail-in rebate if you get it now. Click here to get it.
In today's fast-paced world, sometimes even the rapid response of email isn't fast enough - primarily because you don't know if the other person is currently online. And if you're having an online conversation by email, you have to click through several steps to read, reply and send.
That's why Instant Messaging is becoming ever more popular.
Instant Messaging (IM) lets you form a buddy or contact list. If you want to IM with someone on your list, send a message. If you're both online, a window opens, allowing you and your friend to type messages you both can see. You can also create your own custom chat rooms with friends, family or coworkers.
To IM or chat, we suggest Trillian (http://trillian.cc/trillian/index.html) which allows you to connect with all the major chat networks, including friends on different platforms including AOL, MSN, ICQ, IRC, and Yahoo. Or register with AOL Instant Messenger - it's free and you don't have to be a member. Click here to download AOL Instant Messenger.
It's spring storm season. Lightning strikes can send electricity surging through computer equipment, even if it's not turned on. A lightning pop can cause extensive damage to your computer and can zap a Broadband modem. Don't endanger your expensive PC or disrupt your super-speed Internet connection. Take a low-tech approach to protecting your high-tech equipment: pull the plug. (Please make sure that you shut down your computer before you "pull the plug.") Unplug your PC and modem when storms are predicted if you won't be available to unplug your system when a storm develops.
Answer: Yes. It's one of the best features of Microsoft Internet Explorer. Just go to the File menu, select "Save As," and look for the line labeled "Save as type." On this line, choose the option for "Web archive, single file." Then, select the destination folder, and click "Save."
This will produce a file with the extension "mht". Later, even if you're not connected to the Internet, you can open these files in Internet Explorer by double-clicking on them. You will then see a copy of the Web page, complete with graphics.
Now's a great time to step up to Gallatin River Broadband. Get super-speed Gallatin River Broadband service for half price the first 2 months, plus FREE profeesional installation, including jack and wire, plus enjoy FREE lease of your Broadband modem. Gallatin River Broadband is lightning fast, ready to zoom with a quick click and doesn't tie up your phone. Call us today at 1-800-223-1851 (residential) or 1-800-371-6712 (business).
HURRY - this is a limited time offer
Bed And Breakfasts Galore -
http://bedandbreakfast.com
Are you looking to get away for a quiet, romantic weekend with your
spouse over Memorial Day Weekend? Why not stay at a bed and breakfast?
At this site, you'll find a listing of over 27,000 bed and breakfasts
from across the globe, including descriptions and photos of the homes,
reviews by guests who've stayed at particular B&B's as well as listings
of local activities to enjoy while you're there.
Finding Nemo - The Movie -
http://pixar.com
This is the fifth film from the production company that made Toy Story,
A Bug's Life, Toy Story 2 and Monster's, Inc. If it's anything like the
others, it'll be a fun movie for the entire family. Finding Nemo opens
May 30th and is rated G. Be sure to check out the "Short Films" section
of this website and watch for The Bird. The short film was a trailer on
the Monster's, Inc. movie and it's hilarious!
Being Prepared In The Event Of An Emergency -
http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/keepsafe/
Boy Scouts are taught to "be prepared." The Red Cross follows this
advice on their website by providing detailed information on what to do
in a variety of disaster situations. Whether it is a fire, tornado,
thunderstorm, terrorist attack or a chemical emergency, this site is a
great resource for better preparing Americans in the event of an
emergency. Remember to give blood at the nearest Red Cross location.
Travel "America's Byways" This Summer -
http://www.byways.org/
Are you planning to hit the road on a family vacation this summer? Why
not travel down a "National Scenic Byway" while heading to your
destination? This site, sponsored by the Federal Highway
Administration, provides details on the 95 designated "America's
Byways" located across the U.S. These roads are given this distinction
based on their archaeological, cultural, historic, natural,
recreational and scenic qualities. You can even order a free map
online!
The NHL Is "Cup Crazy" In May! -
http://nhl.com/cupcrazy2003/index.html
If you think March was "Madness," check out the NHL's Playoff link via
their home page. You'll get up-to-the-minute scores from this month's
playoff games as well as complete stats, video and radio highlights,
player interviews and links to your favorite NHL team's site.
An easy way to send photos to friends and family is to attach them to an e-mail message. These may be photos that you've scanned in to your computer or downloaded from your digital camera. Here's how to attach a photo in Outlook:
- Open Outlook.
- Create a new message and prepare it for sending by addressing it,
giving it a subject name (i.e. "Graduation Photos") and composing a
message.
- Click on the "Attach" (paperclip) button on the toolbar. The "Insert
File" dialog box will appear.
- Type the name of the file containing the photo into the "File Name"
field or simply browse to the desired file and click on it to select
it. Note: You can attach more than one picture to an e-mail but
remember that the more files you select to send as attachments to one
e-mail message, the longer it will take you to send it and for the
recipient to receive his/her mail - especially on a dial-up connection.
If you have several photos to send, consider sending them separately
attached to several e-mail messages.
- Click the "Insert" button and then send your message.
We hope you found this newsletter to be informative. It's our way of keeping you posted on some of the latest happenings. If, however, you'd prefer not to receive these bulletins on a monthly basis, send us an e-mail at and type REMOVE in the subject line.
Thanks for your business!
Gallatin River Internet