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Data Breach Alert
Russian Hackers Steal 1.2 Billion Passwords

Kansas Lifeline Program Offered By Cunningham Telephone and Cable

Go Pinterest-ing!
Cool Stuff To Pin On Your Pinterest Boards

This Month's FAQ
How Can I Turn Off Facebook's Notification Sounds?

Sites Of The Month
Great Sites To Check Out In September

Two To View
A Couple Of Amazing Videos You Don't Want To Miss

Short Tutorial
How To Add The Pin It Button To Your Browser

Hello NCKCN internet members

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September transitions us from summer to fall. As the month progresses, we may experience cooler temperatures, more colorful leaves, and seasonal changes to daily routines. To get you in the spirit, this September issue is sprinkled with fun, fall-related resources.

But first, we share important information on the Russian data breach that's been in the news lately, and what you can do on a regular basis to help protect your data. We also provide tips for how to turn off Facebook notification sounds and how to add the Pin It button to your browser.

Could your home use back-to-school touches this fall? Check out the Pinterest section. Want to turn free leaves into fabulous crafts? Rake up ideas in Sites of the Month.

The goal of each of our eNewsletters is to keep our subscribers informed regarding their Internet connection and to improve their Internet experience. We think you'll find this information interesting.

To see what's inside this issue, simply scroll down the eNewsletter or click on the links within the index to the left. Thanks for reading!

- The NCKCN Team

Do you qualify for programs such as:

Food Stamps
Medicaid
SSI
TANF
Free School Lunch Program

If the answer is yes, then you are eligible for discounted telephone service from Cunningham Telephone and Cable. Phone service is very important in today’s world, and here at Cunningham's we offer a discounted telephone service plan to make basic phone service even more affordable. The Kansas Lifeline program is a government program that offers qualified low-income households a discount on their monthly telephone service. If qualified, Lifeline customers could receive up to a $17.02 monthly discount.

For more information, or to see if you qualify, contact your local Cunningham Telephone and Cable Office.


Build Organization With Backpack Central	Pencil "Cake" Makes A Sharp Decoration	Cake Batter Cookies Feature Funfetti Flair
You haven't started pinning on Pinterest yet and you want to get started? If so, click here.

Question: I'm getting tired of hearing notification sounds every time I have Facebook activity. How do I turn off the sounds?

Answer: There's a quick-and-easy fix for this problem that will reduce the noise in your life! To turn off Facebook's notification sounds:

Go to your Facebook page.
Click the upside-down triangle in the upper-right corner of the blue bar, then click the "Settings" link.
In the left column, select "Notifications."
Where it says "On Facebook," click the "View" link and uncheck "Play a sound."
Click the "Save Changes" button.

Is Your Fireplace Ready for Fall?
usfa.fema.gov – With temperatures dropping, you may be in the mood to start a fire in your fireplace or woodstove. Before you do, take a quick look at this site. It offers reminders on the importance of inspections and cleaning, using the proper wood, and more.

Recipes for a Better Morning
cookinglight.com – September is Better Breakfast Month and a great time to try some quick and healthy breakfast recipes. Take a look at delicious options including Blueberry Power Muffins, Greek Yogurt Parfaits, and Mini Frittatas with Ham and Cheese.

Understanding Ebola
cdc.gov – The recent West African outbreak of Ebola has captured headlines and understandably raised concerns. This site from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is a great resource for learning about transmission, signs and symptoms, risk of exposure, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Rake Up New Craft Ideas
bhg.com – Those gorgeous fall leaves in your yard can be showcased in your home, thanks to this collection of simple craft projects. Use leaves as ornaments. Frame them like artwork. Or turn them into a wreath. The options are "tree-mendous."



Trombonist Serenades Cows Who knew cows loved trombone music? Watch an entire herd of them come up over the horizon and run toward the trombone-playing farmer.		Baby Tears Up When Mother Sings When this mother sings a beautiful, yet sad, song to her 10-month-old baby, the baby reacts by crying sweet tears sure to melt your heart.

The Pin It button makes it easy to Pin things to Pinterest that you find on the web — like a recipe from your favorite food blog or a photo from a travel site. You can get this button from the Pinterest Goodies page at http://about.pinterest.com/en/goodies#browser.

Here are the steps to adding the Pin It button to Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, or Safari:

Chrome

Go to http://about.pinterest.com/en/goodies#browser from Chrome (or get the Pin It button at the Chrome web store at https://chrome.google.com/webstore/category/apps).
Click "Install Now."
After installing, you'll see a Pin It button any time you mouse over an image. Or, click the red P at the top of your browser whenever you find something on the web you want to Pin.

Firefox

Go to https://about.pinterest.com/assets/ext/Pinterest-Firefox.xpi.
Click "Install Now."
After installing, click the red P at the top of your browser whenever you find something on the web you want to Pin.

Internet Explorer

Go to http://about.pinterest.com/en/goodies#browser.
Drag the button to Internet Explorer's bookmark bar.
After installing, just click Pin It from your bookmarks whenever you find something on the web you want to Pin.

Safari

Go to http://about.pinterest.com/en/goodies#browser from Safari.
Click "Install Now."
After installing, you'll see a Pin It button any time you mouse over an image. Or, click the P at the top of your browser whenever you find something on the web you want to Pin.

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