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Volume 15 • Issue 2 • Summer 2014

Quarterly newsletter for the members of TrioTel Communications, Inc.

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This Issue: Directory Changes or Additions - Page 2 The Trio Quiz - Page 3 How to Avoid Copyright Violations - Page 4 Smart Technology Solutions - Page 5 Capital Credit Information - Is your name listed? - Page 6-9 TrioTel Offers New Facebook 101 Course - 0 Tim Wenande Retires, Mike Heumiller Reaches 15 years - Page 11

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D I R E C TO R Y C H A N G E S O R A D D I T I O N S

ALEXANDRIA

Boyer, Bradley………………………...239-4018 Murray, Jamie & Chris..……...…..239-4014 Sharp Industries..………….…………239-4000 Sharp Industries……………………...239-4005

EMERY Larson, Nathan…………………….....449-4008 Plum Creek Cabinets Plus, LLC….449-4012 Schmidt, Jason...………………………449-4022

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SALEM Ahlers, Alida..…………………………..425-3461 Blackman, Kinnis……………………...425-2213 Buus, Colton & Maria……………....425-2017 Dalton’s Steakhouse & Lounge...425-2075 Davis, Travis……………………………..425-2172 Deknikker, Michele Or Donald Sr………………..…………………………...425-2174 DeMoss, Gordon…………………..….425-2069 Eichacker, Nicole..………..….……...425-2196 Nielsen, Delores..…………….….……425-2475 Paradeis, Kim..……………………......425-2231 Tassler, Sheila..………………...……..425-3157

SPENCER

Petree, Bryan..………………….….....246-2004

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I M P O R TA N T B I L L I N G DA T E S

Chill out with these cool brainteasers! Mail this in with your next payment or email your quiz answers to [email protected]. Please include your name and telephone number to be entered into a drawing for $10 off your next bill!

CONGRATS TO OUR SPRING WINNER: MOLLY LATHER FROM SALEM!

Name:____________________________________

Telephone Number:_________________________



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FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO AVOID A COPYRIGHT VIOLATION:

Each month TrioTel receives approximately 10-20 copyright violations against current TrioTel Internet subscribers. Copyright violations are serious allegations against online users, and can lead to significant consequences. A violation exists when a movie, TV show, or video game is illegally downloaded over the Internet. The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) created a website to help Internet users protect themselves against illegal downloads. Check out www.respectcopyrights.org for more information. 1. Watch out for “too NEW to be true”. If a movie or a video game is not out for general release then availability over the Internet is most likely illegal. Check with the creator or distributor of the movie or game before downloading it off a suspicious site. 2. Trust your eyes and ears. If the quality of the movie or TV show has poor sound or appears blurry or shaky, it is probably an illegal copy. 3. Be cautious of websites. Websites that offer “too good to be true” deals are not adequate sources for movies, TV shows, music or video games. Watch for terms like “Unlimited Movie Download,” “100% legal” or “Millions of Files Shared”. Check the website for details, contact information, or a background page. Also if the website has a strange or uncommon URL (web address) think twice before visiting that site. 4. Watch your Devices. Keep an eye on your computers and tablets for suspicious files that may have been added while a download occurred. Corrupt files that lead to copyright violations may be included in a download without your knowledge. 5. Secure your wireless router. Continue to check that your wireless router is secure and blocked from outside users. If you need instructions for securing your wireless router, please call the TrioTel Internet Support Desk at (your three digit prefix) - 9610.



Think Twice Before Downloading

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Smart Technology Delivers Peace of Mind

TrioTel offers a wide range of camera and surveillance products for your home, business and farm. Surveillance and monitoring products such as: analog cameras, IP cameras and storage units are all available for purchase. TrioTel will install the equipment and offer training on how to manage the system from a computer, tablet or smart phone. For more information or a FREE quote please contact us at 605-425-2238.

Coming Soon...

TrioTel Smart Products

Home Smart

Business Smart

Farm Smart

Care Smart

Home automation devices such as thermostat control and appliance switches can be managed from a mobile device, tablet or computer.

Monitor Security through alarm alerts and access control at your business while you are away by using smart locks or door and window sensors.

Protect your machinery, livestock, and other assets from theft or enhance safety precautions with BinMaster monitoring devices.

Enjoy the peace of mind of knowing an elderly family member is safe at home with motion detection and live surveillance video feed.



Capital Credit Information - Is your name listed?

The following people have not cashed their capital credit check issued by TrioTel Communications, Inc. If you see your name listed below please contact us at 425-2238 or 1-800-242-1925.

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A Ackerman, Alison Ackerman, Jon Adair, Lindell & Lisa Adams, Janette Ahrens, Richard & Cavanaugh, Karla Aker, Chad & Kristi Albertz, Gerald Albrecht, Theodore Ales, Kelly Alexa, John Alexander, Guy P Alfson, Rick Allen, Lloyd D Amish Oak Gallery Andersen, Travis J Anderson, Francis D & Joyce L Anderson, Fred H & Sarah Anderson, Josh Anderson, Lori Anderson, Mrs Myrtle APG Complete Service Appel, R W & M A Arends, Sara ASJ Marketing

Bahm, Larry Bakke, Shane & Wendy Barnett, Michael Barnhouse, David & Janet Bartscher, Jeff BASF

Bauerle, Dave Beens, Michael Bell, Tyler Benter, C J Bergeron, Donald R

Bichel, Ardis Bies, Alvin Binfet, Daniel Bintliff, Christopher Bird, Mike & Mindy Birgen, Charity Bloch, Dave & Lana Boddie, Joni M Booth, Ricky & Lori Bormann, Tracy Boyd, April Boyer, Jason Boyle, Barbara Brandt, Troy & Kris Brendt, Joe Broda, Mike & Donya Brower Construction Brower, Jeff Brown, Jon & Amy

Brown, Leona Brown, Michelle Buckmiller, John & Janet Burger, Sean Burnett, Scott

Cadotte, Richard & Kim Caldwell, Donald Callahan, Elgina Campbell, Earl Campbell, Jonathon A & Melissa A Campbell, Melissa Care-A-Lot Child Care % Tracy Pulse Carlson, Allen Carlson, Mary Carrell, Jessica

Carter, Cindy Cassutt, Brad J Castellanos, Eulalio Caylor, Mrs. Rehardt Citi Technology Coffey, Andrew J Corbin, Robert Lee Corcoran, William Craig, Jennifer Crawford, Anthony & Christina Critel, Dallas or Heidi Culp, Jackie Cummings, Jackie Cummings, Tammy Cypher, Heather

Dahmen, Patrick Dakota View Sales Danley, Amber Daramus, Tom & Michelle Dauwen, Angela Decker, Luke & David DeJong, Tom & Sue Deters, Paul Detour, Glenn A Dewaard, Eric Dierkson, Dayton & Sue Dillehay, Naomi Dilley, Mark & Schwarzenbart, Kurt Doane, Karah & Fisher, Casey Dockendorf, Leon & Carolynn Dresser, Tara Duesterhoeft, Norm & Carol Dutra, Gregg

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Fechner, Tara Felton, Nate Fenton, Byrl Fitzgerald, Jessica Fjerestad, Denny Fodness, Andrew & Tracy Francis, Jerry Frank, John R Franks, Stacey Freese, Andy Froggy's Steakhouse & Lounge %John Buckmiller

Galpin, Matthew Gassman, Lincoln Geppert, Bill Gerard, John Gerdin, Gail Gilbert, Brad & Terri Gilchrest, Shannon Gluhm, Francis & Helen Gluhm, Robin Gonzalez, Jose Manvel Goodelle, Rosemary Gordon, Janet Gottlob, Cecelia J Grand Labs Grayson, Dorothy Greenlee, Debra Gregory, Camille

Haaland, Elwood Haiar, Luella Halford, Lisa & Larry Halverson, Kent Hansen, Knowles Hanson County Oil Producers, LLC Hanson, Dale Hanson, Lavern & Sherrie Harriman, Jack Harrison, Shawn Harsma, Kim Hauge, K C Hauge, Kenneth M

Havard, Steve & Amy Head, Kristen Heiberger, Douglas J Heinzman, Donald Heitgen, Harold & Monica Heitgen, Virginia Heitzman, Calvin D. Helmuth, Vernon O Hemmah, Megan Heuer, Richard A Hieb, Corey & Patricia Hieb, Patricia Hipschman, Mrs Antonella Hirschman, Russell Hoeltzner, Ronald & Beth Hofer, Justin J Hoffman, Gwen Holter, Bryce Home Court Market Horn, Shannon Hoschied, Carl Hostikka, T.D. Huber, Summer Hubsch, Matthew

Iburg, Hugo Iowa Packing Company Isley, John L

Jackson, Roger

Jacobsen, Adam & Heather Jager, Jeremy Jarding, John Jeffres, Darci L Jensen, Tori Johannsen, Kelly Johns, Michael & Cindy Johns, Michael N Johnson, Alan Johnson, Amy Johnson, Heather Johnson, Mari Johnson, Michael & Lori Johnson, Richard & Laura Johnston, James Jordan, Allen & Dorri

Karkkainen, Susan Kaufmann, Nick & Corissa Kayser, Agatha Kayser, Bryan Keisala, Cari J Kelly, Terry

Kend, Mitchell B Kerkhove, Tony Kern, John Kezar, Kory King, Rebecca King, Warren Kirby, Tom & Heather Kirchhevel, Maynard Kittleson, Scott & Margie Kling, Barbara D Klueber, Antonette Knutson, Shane & Amy Kocer, Edward & Lonna Kock, Sue Kolbeck, Lyle Kopplin, Shelly Kreth, Theresa Krier, Jennie Kuglitsch, Deborah Kunkel, Bobbie R Kunzelman, Dwight & Alice

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Larsen, Chester Lassegard, Lee J Lauck, Mark Laufmann, Arnold Leddy, Jeanna Lehrman, Cassidy Leidholdt, Allen Leitheiser, Brian Leitheiser, John Letcher, Kenneth Levene, Frederick J Linaman, Richard & Rochelle Lofswold, Darrell Long, Daniel P Long, Troy Luke, Colleen Luke, Deloris Luken, Jon Lund, Ruth Lunders, Jason & Shari Lux, Amy Lynn, Robert

Maas, Stacey Mader, RC Madison, Edward H Manosh, Kelly Marek, Chris C & Kassie M Maroon, Mike Maxwell, Susan May, Phyllis Mayberry, Reed & Angie Mayfield, Colt Mayrose, Pattie McArthur, Shirley McCurdy, Walter McDermott, Christa McGinnis, Linda McManaman, Heath McManus, Martha Mellem, Troy J Mentele, Jeremy or Amy

Mentele, Melissa Michel, Dale Midwest Bio Diesel Producers Miller, Alvin Miller, Derrin & Kimberly Miller, Max & Mary Lou Miller, Ory Miller, Travis Mills, Shelly Mlodzik, Bruce Moller, Katherine Morgan, John B & Crystal Morrison, Phyllis J Mueller, Christopher Murphy, Luetta Murphy, Tim Murray, Mrs Irma Murray, Pat & Jackie

Nelsen, Chad & Jenny New Prairie & AI Center Newman, Alton R Jr Newton, Sheila D Nopens, Dale Nowak, Richard

O'Daniels, Marshann O'Hara, Evelyn Olinger, Grace Ollerich, Darcy Olson, Andrea Ontanillas, Majonel L Outskirts Outskirts Sportsbar & Grill Oyen, David Oyen, Michelle

Palmer, Sherry & Kyle Pankratz, Dr Duane Pankratz, Lance Paradeis, Paul & Miller, Austin Parente, Ilan Parente, Ilan & Orit

Partin, Joyce Paweltzki, Leigh

Payne, Kevin Peacock, Connie People Supporting Tom Daschle Pearson, Eugene Persing, April Petersen, Daniel Petersen, Jesse Peterson, Adam & Amanda Peterson, Jim & April Peterson, Leland W Peterson, Travis Petrosky, Rev Arnold Pierson, Mike Pitchford, Boyd K Pitts, Stephen Potter, Lisa Powers, Deborah Prairie Pump & Equipment Professional Employer Org LLC Prouty, Billy Pulfrey, Sara

Racehorses Rang, Tonya Rayman, Tanya Redlin, Kathy Redlin, Thomas Reece, Zakk & Farrah Reif, Randy Reif, Roy & Tammy Reiner, Wade & Leigh Rice, Al Robinson, Joshua Rodriguez, Noel Roling, Greg Rosa, George P Roster, Michael & Teresa Rotert, Janet Roth Angus North Rounds, Penny & Nathan Rupert, Leslie Rusinek, Margot

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Salem Lounge Schave, Chad & Mary Schemmel, Lynelle Schenkel, Keith F Schimmel, Merle F Schmeichel, Henry Schmidt, Joshua Schnabel, Rueben A

Schoenfelder, Linda Scholl, Rocky Schoultz, Patricia L Schuelke, Justin & Kim Schueller, Linda

Schulte, Linda Schulte, Todd & Kristi Schulz, Bill SD State of Video Lottery Selleck, Cory Sherman's Feed Shoultz, Patricia L Slaba, Brandi Smith, Joshua Smith, Patty Smith, Rhonda Soldwisch, Kathleen Spohn, Fern Spohn, Renae Sprague, Alice Squires, Charles Stacken, Bud & Paula Stages Pork Stainbrook George Stainbrook, Pat Starr, Mike and Laura Stauffacher, Pat & Tammy Stone, Jared & Amy Streff, Lori Streff, Steve Sturdevant, Boyd & Florence Suess, Scott & Charolette Swartzbaugh, Jared Swope, Edward C & Sandra O

T & K's Steakhouse The Batters Box The Trapline The Wildfire Family Restaurant & Steakhouse Thompson, Floyd Thompson, Shawn & Emily Thunder Alley Thygeson, Lin & Allen Triebwasser, Roland Trudeau, Mark & Sheri Tuffs, Vikki L Tuschen, Mike & Debbie Tuttle, Sindy Tyler, Lori A

Uhing, Carissa Union Presbyterian Church Uphoff, John Urbigkit, Robert USPS NISSC

VanBoening, Jeremy VanEmmerik, Don VanOrmer, David & Joanne Venosdel, William Vilhauer, Clara Von Eye, Jeff Vondra, Steven J Voss, Karen Voss, Melissa A Vostad, Jill

Wagner, Devon Wagner, Elizabeth Wagner, Julie Waldera, Todd Ward, David Weber, Cammy

Weber, Doug Weber, Jerry or Gloria Weber, Kim Weber, Teresa Wendelboe, Kenneth Wesseling, James Westhoff, Karen Westhoff, Sally Westhoff, William Wettlaufer, Norma Whistler, Lavernice White, Sheila Whitehouse, Jeremy A Wilcox, Mitch & Roxanne Williams, Jay Williams, Scott Willis, Crystal Winker, Nancy Wold, Myrta A Wurtz, Christopher Wurtz, Janet or Alvin

Zacharias, Ron Zacher, Kevin & April Jo Zender, A V Zens, Anna Marie



Take a Computer Class from TrioTel!

Lifeline telephone assistance is available for qualifying low-income subscribers, providing the consumer is not already receiving Lifeline benefits from an alternate carrier (including wireless providers). This program provides for a monthly service discount on telephone service and allows subscribers to block or limit toll charges.

To qualify, a subscriber, one of the subscriber’s dependents, or their household must participate in or receive assistance from one of the following programs: Medicaid Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (Formerly Food Stamps) Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA) National School Lunch (NSL) (Free Lunch Program) Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) OR Household income at or below 135% of Federal Poverty Guidelines For details, please contact TrioTel at 605-425-2238.

Assistance Available for Telephone Service

Now offering: Basic Computer Skills Internet 101 Facebook 101 New!

Call TrioTel for available class dates and times. Cost is $15 per class. Class size is limited.

After 30 plus years in the industry and 21 years at TrioTel, Plant Supervisor Tim Wenande has retired. Tim was responsible for coordinating the day-to-day job responsibilities of the service technicians; as well as overseeing safety policies, ordering and managing inventory equipment, and keeping company buildings, grounds and vehicles up-to-date. He also supervised many special projects throughout the years, including TrioTel’s Fiber-To-The-Home Deployment Project, which has provided members with an advanced technology infrastructure traveling over more than 900 miles of fiber optic cable. Tim started his career working for Hanson County Telephone Company in Alexandria. When that company was purchased by TrioTel (Hanson Communications) in 1993, Tim continued working as an IR (Install/Repair) Technician, before being promoted to Plant Supervisor. TrioTel would like to thank Tim for his hard work and many dedicated years of serving the members in our communities. Best wishes in your retirement, Tim!



Tim Wenande Retires After 21 Years at TrioTel

Congratulations to Combination Technician Mike Heumiller on 15 years of employment! Mike specializes in splicing fiber optic cable as well as assisting customers with service installs. When Mike is not spending time with his family, he enjoys fishing for walleye and hunting whitetails.

TrioTel Employee Celebrates 15 Years

Lease an iPad Mini for $19.95 per month

Lease an HP Laptop Computer

for $24.95 per month

TrioTel Communications, Inc. P.O. Box 630 Salem, SD 57058

HD channels are only available to customers that subscribe to the Preferred Choice Package. HD channels are best viewed on a HDTV. Restrictions may apply.

TrioTel Offers New Equipment to Lease

The iPad mini with Retina display offers 16 GB, Bluetooth, Apple App Store, iTunes, YouTube, FaceTime, Game Center, and a free iPad Case with lease agreement!* *24 month agreement applies with lease. While

supplies last. Restrictions may apply. Must have TrioTel High Speed Internet service to be eligible.

This laptop features an Intel i3 Processor, Windows 8.1 Operating System, 750 GB of Hard Drive Space, 15.6” display screen, web camera, DVD/CD drives, sparkling black color, and free flash drive with lease agreement!*

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