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Jul

15

2021

6 Great Road-Trip Destinations … and 1 Essential App or Website for Each

The FTC service area and its regional surroundings in the Palmetto State are filled with amazing places to visit and many of them are within easy reach via a quick road trip. And of course, every destination offers something different, making for one perfect app visitors should install or website they should visit to enhance their adventure. Consider these six great road-trip destinations (including a couple undeniably quirky ones) located within 100 miles of Sumter, along with the perfect app/website for each: The South Carolina State House — Located less than an hour west of Sumter, the 130,000-square-foot seat of...

Jul

06

2021

July Is National Cell Phone Courtesy Month: 8 Etiquette Tips to Keep in Mind

For most American consumers, the smartphone is a nearly constant companion these days. And for many, it could even be considered an essential everyday tool that they might be lost or even borderline helpless without. But as helpful as the smartphone can be for modern consumers, it also presents clear drawbacks in some areas —and courtesy is an obvious top contender. (Just ask consumers who spend a lot of time in crowded places such as airports or movie theaters how annoying an inconsiderate smartphone user can be.) Such is the inspiration for National Cell Phone Courtesy Month, which is observed...

Jun

30

2021

5 Essential Smartphone Accessories for the On-the-Go Worker

Offering a wealth of mobility while enabling easy access to a range of the tools needed to get the job done and stay in touch with clients and colleagues, the smartphone is an indispensable tool for today’s on-the-go worker. And while the 21st century device can deliver a range of powerful capabilities on its own, it can become even more effective when accompanied by the right accessories. For business owners looking to boost productivity levels of their out-in-the-field workforce, here are five smartphone accessories that offer great ways to ramp up mobile workers’ on-the-go capabilities: Portable battery charger/power bank: When...

Jun

23

2021

6 Steps a Business Can Take in Advance to Support Continuity After a Natural Disaster

When natural disasters such as violent storms, wildfires or earthquakes strike, the effects can often reverberate throughout the business world. And the impacts commonly felt after such calamities, which can include service delays and even facility closures, are clearly not good for the bottom line. But by taking the right steps in advance to prepare for the worst, business owners can minimize the service slowdowns and interruptions that such incidents can sometimes cause. For business owners and managers seeking ways to proactively prepare their business to return to normal as quickly as possible after a natural disaster, taking these six...

Jun

21

2021

5 Security System Add-Ons That Protect Beyond the Break-In

When seeking to keep a family safe, preventing intruders is, of course, a top priority. And a security system offers an effective way to do just that. In fact, statistics show that burglars are three times less likely to target homes equipped with a security system than those without one. But as nearly all residents are aware, the threats to a home can extend well beyond a break-in. Fortunately for those who have a compatible security system in place, adding a level of protection against a wide range of threats can be accomplished through a number of available add-ons. Below...

Jun

14

2021

3G Devices Need Replacing

To meet the area’s increasing demand for mobile broadband data, AT&T has begun updating its network to the new LTE wireless technology. As part of the ongoing upgrade process, the older 3G technology will soon be discontinued, resulting in 3G devices becoming inoperable over the AT&T wireless network. This includes FTC’s cellular towers and the cellular equipment on 3G security systems, wireless handsets and personal alert devices, including the Numera Libris. While the upgrade is expected to be completed no later than Feb. 2, 2022, the conversion process will be gradual, and as equipment is changed out, 3G coverage will...

15 Smartphone Apps That Are Terrific for Travel

For today’s travelers, being well-prepared for a journey can be achieved with much lighter baggage than what the travelers of the past had to lug along. This is largely thanks to smartphones and the apps that can be loaded onto them, a convenient combination that allows users to fit many of the top accessories needed for a trips right into their pockets. For digital denizens with a trip on the horizon, here are some of the top travel-related apps in the marketplace: Airbnb — This app connects travelers in need of lodging with homeowners the world over who have rooms,...

May

27

2021

5 Great Apps for Receiving Timely Storm Warnings

As those who live in areas close to the coastline tend to be keenly aware, sometimes rough (and even dangerous) weather can sneak up quickly and without warning. But by keeping a close eye on the weather forecast, residents can be better prepared for the worst. And with the right storm-warning applications installed on their smartphones, users can have this vital, safety-related information at their fingertips or within easy reach at all times — even during the overnight hours when most people are sleeping. For an extra level of warning and added time to prepare for inclement weather, consider these...

May

18

2021

6 Great Websites for Finding Online Coupons

As savvy consumers know, sometimes a quick search for online coupons can bring serious savings on everyday purchases ranging from meals and medications to groceries and entertainment. And when the purchases are larger, of course, the savings available via online coupons can add up even more. Unfortunately, though, some online coupon sites fall far short of reliable, leaving the internet consumer to have code after code rejected and the in-person shopper holding a paper coupon that is not worth the paper it is printed on. But with these six typically reliable sources for online coupons, savings can be just a...

May

14

2021

5 Tips for Making the Most of Online Training Sessions

As the digital world becomes a bigger part of consumers’ lives, everyday activities ranging from shopping and entertainment to socializing and schooling are either moving entirely online or are seeing critical components facilitated there. And in the business world, where online conference calls are becoming the norm, professional training and educational sessions are being held online more frequently, too. For many attendees of online courses and webinars, though, it can be challenging to match the takeaways of in-person training in the virtual world. But by keeping a few tried-and-true tactics in mind, online learners can ramp up their focus levels...