Bijou News to Use

Football season is officially here and that means Friday night lights, Saturday rivalries, Sunday showdowns, fantasy football updates, and a whole lot of streaming. Today’s game day experience looks a little different than it used to. Instead of one TV and a cable box, many households are streaming games across smart TVs, tablets, phones, and laptops all at the same time. Add in gaming, scrolling highlights on social media, and checking fantasy scores, and suddenly your home

Back-to-school season looks a lot different than it did just a few years ago. Today’s students rely on apps for everything from studying and scheduling to writing papers and collaborating on projects. These popular apps can help students stay organized, productive, and ready to learn. Quizlet Studying vocabulary words, science terms, or history facts? Quizlet makes studying more interactive with digital flashcards, quizzes, and games that students can use almost anywhere. App

Summer is a season filled with vacations, concerts, road trips, online shopping, and family adventures. Unfortunately, it's also one of the busiest times of year for scammers. Cybercriminals know people are booking flights, reserving vacation rentals, purchasing event tickets, and spending more time online. They take advantage of that activity by creating messages that look legitimate and encourage people to act quickly without thinking twice. Let's play a quick game. Would Y

Artificial intelligence is no longer something reserved for tech companies or science fiction movies. It’s in our phones, our emails, our social media feeds, our vehicles, and increasingly, our workplaces. From writing assistance and scheduling tools to image generators and customer service chatbots, AI has become part of daily life. But as AI becomes more accessible, an important question emerges: How do we use it ethically? Using AI ethically doesn’t mean avoiding it. It m

The way we use the internet today looks very different than it did even a few years ago. From streaming TV and video calls to smart home devices and remote work, reliable internet has become an essential utility, not a luxury. That’s why we recently updated our internet plans and pricing. These changes aren’t just about new speeds or updated numbers; it's about making sure our customers have access to internet service that truly fits the way they live now. The Internet Has Ch

For more than a century, Bijou Telephone has proudly served our community. Since our founding in 1917, we’ve watched communication evolve dramatically, from subscriber-owned lines, to the early days of dial-up internet, to today’s reliable fixed wireless internet. Through every technological shift, one thing has remained constant: our commitment to helping our community stay connected. Now, we’re excited to walk with you into the future once again. A New Vision for Byers: Th

Ah now, gather ’round and lend an ear. It’s me, your friendly neighborhood leprechaun, and this time I’ve got good news to share. I used to blame luck for bad Wi-Fi. If a movie froze or a video call vanished mid-sentence, I’d sigh and mutter something about fate. After all, I’m a leprechaun... luck is sort of my thing. But here’s what I’ve learned: most Wi-Fi problems have nothing to do with luck at all. They usually come from a few very ordinary (and very fixable) places. F

The Internet is a wonderful place. You can order groceries in pajamas, reconnect with old friends, and even meet the “love of your life” while waiting for coffee. But let’s be honest, it’s also where scammers hang out, hoping someone clicks, replies, or falls just a little too hard. Online scams are getting sneakier, especially love scams and money scams. The good news? Once you know what to look for, spotting them gets a whole lot easier. Let’s break it down: no tech jargon

Every January, we examine a lot of things: goals, routines, calendars. It’s also the perfect time to take a look at something else: your home Internet speed. With more devices in our homes than ever (and from Christmas gifts!) - - tablets, smart TVs, gaming consoles, laptops, doorbells, thermostats, security cameras, and even smart appliance, your Wi-Fi is doing a lot more heavy lifting than it used to. And even if nothing looks different on the surface, those extra devices s

The holidays are all about being together... sharing laughter, memories, and a few too many cookies. But when miles separate family and friends, technology steps in to help bridge the distance. From virtual dinners to shared playlists and video calls with loved ones, broadband keeps the spirit of the season alive no matter where “home” happens to be. Face-to-Face, Even From States Away Nothing beats seeing familiar faces even through a screen. Apps like Zoom, FaceTime, and Go