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5 Ways to Unplug from Technology for a Healthier Lifestyle
Technology—especially internet-connected devices—have become part of our modern way of life. Many Americans spend each day’s first few and then final minutes connected to the internet and glancing at a screen. And of course, we spend countless hours in between, at...
Blue Light-Blocking Glasses—Worth It or Worthless?
We live in a world of screens. Evolutions in broadband connections, like GVEC Fiber—the fastest internet technology available, may mean you’re spending more time online at home. It also means many other places we visit or have interactions almost daily,...
Once Upon a Time in GVEC Internet
When people think of GVEC, electricity may be the first thing that comes to mind. We’ve been providing this resource to the Guadalupe Valley since 1938, after all. But just as GVEC was a pioneer in bringing electricity to under-served areas, we were...
GVEC Fiber Coming to New Areas East of Seguin and Gonzales!
Great news! GVEC Fiber construction is underway in new areas east of Seguin and Gonzales. Projected completion is October 2020. Call us at 800.699.4832 for more information about signing up for the fastest internet technology available!
Know Your Parental Controls
A parent’s job is never done. At no point in history, perhaps, has this been truer than in the era of smartphones, computers, gaming consoles and PCs. As parents ourselves, we at GVEC Internet know how tricky it can be to stay on top of what kids do and see...
Five Reasons Why Fiber is the Future of Home Internet
GVEC Internet launched our Fiber to the Home pilot project back in 2013 for a simple reason: On a number of critical technical factors, no other internet-delivery technology comes close to matching the strengths of fiber-optics. Here are five reasons why fiber is...
What Sets GVEC Fiber Apart?
If you’ve been wondering what the hype surrounding GVEC Fiber is all about, the answer is pretty simple. However simple, though, it also makes a world of difference and sets our Fiber apart from many similar products. GVEC Fiber runs a seamless connection...
Bad Business? Using Personal Devices for Work
As our world grows more connected, we become reachable virtually anywhere. This not only makes it possible for friends and family to stay in touch from anywhere; it makes it possible for many of us to work from virtually anywhere, too. While we may think...
GVEC Internet COVID-19 Operational Update – 5/21/20
Over the past couple of months, we have all experienced unexpected change in our lives. We know for some, finances have been especially challenging. As stay-at-home orders began to impact our area, GVEC Internet made adjustments to our billing procedures to extend...
Upload and Download Speeds
If you’ve ever run an internet speed test on your computer, you’ll usually get a download speed and upload speed. Have you wondered what the difference is or why the download is often faster than the upload speed? Sending and Receiving Data Your internet...
What Makes Fiber So Reliable?
Did you know fiber is the most reliable internet connection as well as the fastest? Weather conditions, moisture and sometimes even fluctuating temperatures can affect the performance of other types of internet connections. Fiber isn’t affected by these...
How Many Megabits Per Second Does the Average Household Really Need? And What’s a Megabit?
While many factors are involved in satisfactory internet service (the connection technology used, the latency rate, etc.), many consumers often look first and foremost at the speed. How fast is the connection? With this entry, we’re considering a fundamental measure...
What is Password Management Software? Why Use It?
Passwords: The Great Digital Bane Ah passwords. We love them. We HATE them. Unfortunately, they’re a necessary part of modern life. From banking to shopping to filing taxes and more, we do so much online these days. Each site that requires private/sensitive...
New Areas of Gonzales Under Fiber Construction!
Great news, Gonzales! Construction for GVEC Fiber is going on in new areas to bring the fastest internet technology in the world to you! Completion is projected for August 2020. Call us at 800.699.4832 to find out how you can sign up for GVEC Fiber, or visit...
What is ‘The Cloud?’
Accepting the idea that there are different types of people in this world, we know this about some: There are those who have no idea how technology works, don’t care to know how it works and are happy as long as they have the internet access they need to surf...
GVEC COVID-19 Operational Update – 3/17/20
Attention all members and customers: As we work together to positively navigate the unprecedented challenges from COVID-19, GVEC has implemented the following guidelines regarding electric and internet service for the next 30-days. These guidelines will be...
GVEC COVID-19 General Precautions – 3/13/2020
GVEC is committed to providing the essential services we deliver to the members and communities we serve. The services we provide in terms of AC/Heating repair, internet connection and reliable electricity are critical in the daily lives of the people and communities...
What Makes Fiber So Fast?
You’ve heard us talk about the fastest internet technology available coming to areas where GVEC Fiber is under construction. Have you ever wondered what makes fiber technology so fast? Fiber optic lines are extremely thin strands of glass, capable of transmitting...
Shopping Local with GVEC Internet
You may have noticed growing enthusiasm to shop local in the last few years. Awareness campaigns like designating the day after Black Friday as Small Business Saturday®, have aimed to point out some great benefits of choosing to spend where you live. Quality,...
Eight Tips for Avoiding Identity Theft
Actively Avoiding Identity Theft is a Modern-Day Necessity As modern life grows more connected, the threat of identity theft grows more pronounced. With so much sensitive data shared in society, modern-day conveniences demand up-to-date precautions for avoiding...