Valentine’s Day can sometimes come with pressure to find the right gift that shows thoughtfulness without overdoing it. DFN understands that sharing moments, memories, and time matters. We’re here with a list of practical gifts and gadgets that will help you build deeper connections and celebrate your love! Smart Digital Picture Frame A smart digital […]
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DFN wants you to stay safe and swipe past scammers, cat-fishers, and fake profiles. Read on for tips to identify and report scams and protect yourself on the apps. Looking for love? You may be able to find your person online. The stigma of online dating has long since passed. In fact, in 2023, Pew […]
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Even with fast rural fiber internet, many people still struggle with weak WiFi, dead zones, or slow speeds in certain rooms. Walls, distance, old devices, and furniture can affect how well your wireless connection performs. Your fiber connection brings high-speed internet to your home, and then your WiFi router is what distributes that connection wirelessly […]
Read more »Smart homes can become complicated fast. This guide explains how DFN’s Managed WiFi helps organize your devices, improve security, reduce network issues, and keep your smart home running smoothly. Smart lights, talking speakers, and appliances that can remind you what you’re out of—sometimes it feels like we’re living in a Jetsons episode. But the more […]
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If you’ve ever visited a website and seen an “Accept Cookies” pop-up, you may have wondered what exactly you’re agreeing to. Internet cookies aren’t the kind you bake—but they do make your online experience smoother, more personalized, and easier to navigate. This guide breaks down what cookies are, how they work, why websites use them, […]
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These are the best apps for rural living, including home management, property tools, small business essentials, and everyday productivity—plus how DFN fiber helps them work better. Around here, we take pride in doing things ourselves. Oregon living has always meant being resourceful, whether it’s fixing a fence, running a business, or keeping the family on […]
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The 2025 holiday shopping season is here — and it’s packed with incredible new tech! Whether you’re shopping for a gamer, a smart home enthusiast, or someone who just loves gadgets, this year’s tech gift guide from DFN highlights the latest and most unique ideas for everyone on your list. While you’re putting together your […]
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Planning a move? Don’t forget your internet connection! Our New Mover’s Internet Checklist walks you through everything you need to know about setting up or transferring your internet service before, during, and after your move. Whether you’re selling your home or settling into a new one, these steps will help you stay connected — especially […]
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Are streaming boxes safe? With more devices promising free movies and live TV without subscriptions, it’s a question every viewer should ask. In this guide, DFN breaks down what streaming boxes are, how to know if they’re legal, and what security risks they pose — plus, how to keep your home internet network safe from […]
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Ever lost a file, photo, or document you thought was safe? Whether your computer crashes, your phone breaks, or you accidentally delete a folder, data loss happens more often than you think. In this guide, DFN shares how to back up your digital life — with easy, practical steps to protect your photos, files, and […]
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