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Get the Best Placement for your Router

April 6, 2023


To enjoy the best possible online experience, your router needs to be able to send out a strong signal to your wireless devices, wherever you are in your home. In general, the signal gets weaker the farther you are from your Wi-Fi router. If possible, you should place the Wi-Fi router on a shelf. The […]

Spring Break

Spring Break Cyber Safety Tips

March 8, 2023


Are you ready for a vaction? Planning fun excursions ahead of time is important, but making sure to protect yourself from hackers is equally as important when traveling. Check out these three tips for a stress free trip! Keep Your Devices Updated: Make sure all of your devices have the latest software and security updates […]

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Protect Yourself From Phishing Scams

January 11, 2023


Recently southslope.net emails were targeted with phishing scams requesting an urgent update to their account or else they would be locked out. Phishing emails are on the rise in an attempt to steal your money, or your identity, by getting you to reveal personal information — such as credit card numbers, bank information, or passwords […]

Pantry

How you can give to local pantries

November 9, 2022


The holiday season is a time to reflect on the year, feel grateful for loved ones, and get into the giving spirit. More than ever, local pantries need your help. We encourage you to look over this list of local pantries and choose the gift of your time or donations to help families in our […]

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Beginner’s Guide to Streaming TV

October 4, 2022


If you haven’t already hopped on the streaming bandwagon, the options can feel a little overwhelming. In some cases, you may even be asking, what is streaming? Here’s what you need to know. What is streaming video? Streaming video refers to entertainment delivered via the internet rather than a traditional cable TV connection. What equipment […]

How to Check South Slope Availability

July 14, 2022


  Wonder if you can get South Slope ridiculously reliable internet? Our Business Development Manager, Bre, has created a brief step-by-step video on how to easily use our website to find out if you can get South Slope service at your home or business. She also shares how realtors and developers can save or donate […]

Three Tips for a Better Gaming Experience

July 6, 2022


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 […]

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Why Upload Speed Matters

June 7, 2022


When deciding on an internet plan, most people focus on the download speed without giving much thought to upload. That’s not surprising given that internet service providers often only advertise download speed because their upload speed is minimal in comparison. However, upload speed has become increasingly important for how you use the internet. First, let’s […]

What is fiber, and how does it benefit me?

April 14, 2022


South Slope is bringing fiber optic technology to homes and businesses in Oxford, but why is this important?  Business Development Manager, Bre Horstman, shares helpful information about fiber and why it’s essential for businesses. For more information about our latest network expansion, read Building Fiber Network in Rural Oxford. 

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Get Discounted Phone or Internet Service with Lifeline

March 8, 2022


Access to affordable voice and internet service is vital to stay connected in today’s world. People need these services to connect with healthcare providers, potential employers, educational programs, and loved ones. Affordable service remains a challenge for many low-income consumers. The federal Lifeline program helps close the gap for these consumers by offering a monthly […]

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