ConnectNC, Inc.

When analyzing how much of the email that comes into web hosting accounts, we discovered that it’s 94% spam and viruses. Thanks to our mail filtering device, most of that is blocked or quarantined. I went to google to look for stats, and found that our figure agrees with what’s reported by most other ISPs. A graph from one of our mail filters shows the severity of the spam problem, which is universal.

Increases in junk mail has required us to invest in mail filtering appliances and software, which is the case for many large companies and universities. However, not all companies can afford to make this investment. We offer mail filtering for web sites whether they are hosted with us or not. For a low monthly rate, your domain’s email can be protected. Pricing starts at $13.50 per month, for up to 10 mail accounts.

Using the service is easy. A simple change is made to your DNS. No software needs to be installed on any of your systems. We do still recommend that each of your machines has an anti-virus application installed. While most viruses are email borne, there are still risks associated with simply being connected to the Internet.

For more information, or to sign up, call us at 888-290-4601, extension 22.

Setting up Apple Mail can be accomplished in just a few easy steps.

1. Click on Mail and then Preferences from the menu at the top of the Mail screen.

2. Click on the Accounts icon and then click the + sign in the lower left corner.

3. The General Information window will appear. Fill in your information, based on the example below. Please use your actual email address and information.

4. Click Continue.

5. In the Incoming Mail Server window, complete the required information. Refer to the example below, but replace yourdomain.com with your actual domain name.

6. Click the Continue button on the Incoming Mail Security window without clicking anything else.

7. Click Continue on the Outgoing Mail Security window.

8. Review the information in the Account Summary Window. If everything is correct, click Continue. If you see any errors, click Go Back.

9. Click on Done, if you’re done! If you want to create another email account, you may do so by clicking on the Create Another Account button.

For more information about setting up Apple Mail, please visit Apple.com.

Top 10 resolutions of 2008 (No major surprises):

1. Get in Shape
2. Quit Smoking
3. Travel
4. Change jobs
5. Make a difference
6. Get organized
7. Find Love
8. Focus on a special relationship
9. Go back to school
10. Save money and reduce debt

= Healthier living, healthier lives. If anyone knows the best places in Moore County to achieve any of the items listed please reply. Or if you have any good resolutions that are not listed let me know. I would love to read some success stories on resolutions that stuck! Good Luck to all in 2008 for achieving all goals set forth!

I recently had the opportunity to go through a new home near completion at the Scots Glen development. The homes there are quite beautiful and have lots of standard features most builders would consider upgrades. Scots Glen is just off of Indiana Avenue, not too far from the four way stop sign at Fort Bragg Rd.

The home I toured (left) has a security system, beautiful hardwood floors, stonework in the kitchen and gas log fireplaces. the back deck looks out onto a huge back yard. This would be a great home for anyone with a family.  If you’re relocating to Fort Bragg (PCS) or for any reason, it would be well worth the time to take a tour of these homes.

Call Bill or Lisa at Fore Properties to set up a tour. They can be reached at 910-692-4211.