Category: Nevada County
Free Resources for Nonprofits
Nevada CountyLocal Resources Regional Resources Online resources This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it sorted in any particular order. Although, the ones at the top are more generally useful to the nonprofit. Many of them use techsoup.org to verify nonprofit eligibility. Technology Help Hardware Cloud Services You don’t pay taxes on communication services…
Internet Options in Nevada County
National Broadband Map The new Broadband Map website maintained by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an online tool that allows users to search and compare broadband internet availability and speeds at their specific address. The website provides a wealth of information related to broadband connectivity, including information on broadband providers, types of service available,…
Free phones with unlimited service for California Residents – Lifeline & ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program)
ATTENTION: I AM NO LONGER HELPING INDIVIDUALS SIGN UP FOR LIFELINE. For questions call the Lifeline Administration here: https://www.cpuc.ca.gov/consumer-support/financial-assistance-savings-and-discounts/lifeline/california-lifeline-contactsor, go to the lifeline website here: https://www.californialifeline.com/en Lifeline Provider Cellular Network(s) Website Safelink Wireless Verizon https://www.safelinkwireless.com/ StandUp Wireless T-Mobile https://www.standupwireless.com/ TruConnect T-Mobile https://truconnect.com/ Life Wireless AT&T, T-Mobile https://www.lifewireless.com/ TerraCom Wireless T-Mobile https://www.terracomwireless.com/ enTouch Wireless Verizon https://www.entouchwireless.com/…
NTIA Creates First Interactive Map to Help Public See the Digital Divide Across the Country
Most Americans don’t have Broadband. https://www.ntia.gov/press-release/2021/ntia-creates-first-interactive-map-help-public-see-digital-divide-across-country
Unlimited Data on the new AT&T LTE Band 14 Network for Rural Work at Home Broadband Internet
NOTE: LTE Band 14 no longer offers any increased throughput in my area. =[ Broadband: 25Mbps down, 3Mbps up, and less than 100ms latency. Neither fiber nor cable is available where I live. All the fixed wireless providers in Nevada County don’t serve my property. AT&T will provide me a DSL line running at the…
How to Save Money by Conserving Power
The problem is the aggregation of all the power leaks, because how PGE charges you based on time of day, and the way the tiered pricing works. If you use a little too much it can dramatically increase your bill. Depending on what plan your signed up with Tiered, and/or time of use. Fr0m around…
What’s the deal with cell phone networks and stuff?
A very confusing topic! Don’t worry I figured it out. =] I will go over topics such as: Networks, Coverage, Technology, Resellers, Roaming, Lifeline (Free low income smart phone and monthly service), Prepaid, Cellphone hardware, Unlocking, Voice over IP (VOIP), Credo Mobile, Google Voice, Google Fi, Republic Wireless & Freedompop. All in the context of…
You cannot hold your cell phone and drive in California. $250 fine. Mount it to your dash with a Magnet for $4!
These mounts are by far the most effective and affordable solution I’ve found. Super easy to use and install. Just slides snugly into your vent on either side of the steering wheel. The small metal disc can be used with or without a case. Inside or outside the case. I recommend the plain black one.…