ATTENTION, SHOPPERS! THINGS ARE CHANGING! TALK TO HISTORICAL FIGURES WITH AI CHATBOTS DISNEY CELEBRATES 100 YEARS YOUR CABLE TV ALTERNATIVES GUIDE SUMMER 2023 VOLUME 27 NUMBER 120 ALLIANCE COMMUNICATIONS SIGNAL
2 www.alliancecom.net 4 Attention, Shoppers! Things are Changing! You now have options you couldn’t have dreamed of as a child 8 Talk to Historical Figures with AI Chatbots Have a chat with anyone from Cleopatra to Elvis Presley 10 8 Common Facebook Scams Learn how to spot and sidestep scammers’ tricks 11 Disney Celebrates 100 Years Find a park, museum, or website to be part of this magical journey 14 Your Cable TV Alternatives Guide Alliance will help you navigate through the many streaming options Contents Copyright© 2023 by Alliance Communications and Cornerstone Publishing Group, Inc. All rights reserved. 2 w .alliance om.net 8 4 10 11 14 SIGNAL General Manager Ross Petrick Editor Amy Ahlers Assistant Editor Marcy Fogarty Signal (USPS #010-984) is published quarterly for $3.17 a year by Alliance Communications, PO Box 349, 612 Third St., Garretson, SD 57030-0349. Subscriptions are sent to all customers. Periodicals postage paid at Garretson, SD, and additional offices. Postmaster send address changes to Alliance Communications, PO Box 349, Garretson, SD 57030-0349. USPS 010-984 No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, electronic, photocopying, recording, mechanical, or otherwise without prior written permission of the publisher. TRADEMARKS – All brand names and product names used in this publication are trade names, service marks, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Signal magazine is an independent magazine and is not affiliated with, nor has it been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Microsoft Corporation, Google, Pinterest, Twitter, and Facebook. All screen shots are the property of their respective owners. Alliance Communications and Cornerstone Publishing Group, Inc. (the Authors and Publishers) hereby disclaim all warranties relating to Signal magazine or its website, whether expressed or implied, including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Although the Authors believe the information provided is accurate, the Authors do not have responsibility for any damage or loss of data to a user’s computer caused by utilizing this information. The Authors will not be liable for any special, incidental, consequential, indirect, or similar damages due to loss of data or any other reason when utilizing information/tutorials from Signal magazine or its websites. In no event shall the Authors be liable for any damages, regardless of the form of the claim. The person using the information contained in Signal magazine bears all risk as to the use of the information provided. Alliance Communications and Cornerstone Publishing Group, Inc. are not responsible for the quality, performance, or reliability of third-party tools or software.
4 www.alliancecom.net You now have options you couldn’t have dreamed of as a child These numbers reflect the dramatic shift toward online shopping in recent years—a trend that started before the pandemic but was strengthened by it. The change is no surprise, given the convenience, selection, and pricing of ecommerce options. It’s important to note that online shopping has its drawbacks, such as the potential for fraud or stolen packages. But, for many consumers, the pros far outweigh the cons. From groceries to clothing to furniture, consumers are discovering ever-changing ways to get the items they need. In the following pages, we delve into the advantages and disadvantages of the online shopping experience. We also take a look at changing consumer and retailer habits both online and off. Keep your device and credit card handy because this article is sure to give you some great ideas for your next online purchase. Source: https://financesonline.com/number-of-digital-shoppers/ Source: https://www.insiderintelligence.com/content/ worldwide-ecommerce-forecast-update-2022 In 2023, more than 265 million U.S. shoppers are estimated to buy online. Further, the percentage of worldwide sales resulting from online purchases is expected to rise from 18.8% in 2021 to 20.8% in 2023, and to reach 24.0% by 2026. FAST FACT: Nearly 9 out of 10 consumers buy from brands they follow in social media. ATTENTION, SHOPPERS! THINGS ARE CHANGING! Source: https://sproutsocial.com/insights/index/
www.alliancecom.net 5 While the pandemic was instrumental in forcing more people to shop online, the practice had already been increasing for many years prior. Here are a few of the reasons why. There’s So Much to Like About Shopping fromHome Convenience Ecommerce offers numerous advantages over traditional shopping at brick-andmortar stores. You can place orders from anywhere, easily compare products from different stores, and get your items delivered right to your doorstep— sometimes the next day. Selection The selection of items available for purchase online is virtually limitless, which means finding the specific product you want is as easy as a few clicks. Plus, you can consider all the possibilities without pushy salespeople looking over your shoulder. Money Management The ability to easily shop around helps you find the best deals, while digital coupons, loyalty programs, and social media promotions enable even greater savings. Free shipping is often an added bonus, as is the ability to spread out payments over time. Painless Returns Many online retailers make it more appealing to shop online with perks including painless returns. Third-party services like Happy Returns (happyreturns. com) make these transactions even simpler, allowing customers to drop items off at a return center—no packaging required. Easy Gifting Need to buy a gift for someone? It’s never been easier. If you know what you want, you can have it gift wrapped and shipped to their home. If you don’t know what you want, you can perform a search based on the person’s age, gender, and interests. Don’t Forget There are Downsides While the benefits of shopping online are well known, they’re not the whole story. Here are a few things shoppers dislike about the experience. • 24/7 availability. The “always-on” nature of ecommerce can be considered a benefit. But, for those with a tendency to overspend, it can be dangerous. • Lack of assistance. Unlike at a traditional store, there’s often no one around to answer questions you may have about the products. • Complicated websites. Not all ecommerce sites are created equally. Some are difficult to navigate, don’t provide adequate product descriptions, or have a clunky checkout process. • Solitary nature. Online shopping is typically done alone, so you miss out on getting together with friends or even just seeing other shoppers in the physical world. • Uncertain quality. Without being able to touch or test products, you can’t be sure the quality is up to your standards. One of the biggest challenges of all is that some ecommerce sites aren’t what they seem. They may look like normal shopping sites but end up being scam operations that take your money without sending you anything in return.
6 www.alliancecom.net Protect Yourself from Online Shopping Scams Online shopping can be so fun that you may forget it can be dangerous, too. The following suggestions can help you stay safe. Recognize the Threat Because online shopping has become so habitual, many consumers feel entirely secure and therefore don’t follow the other recommendations here. But to be a smart shopper in the online age means knowing what could go wrong. So, the first step to avoiding online shopping scams is to be aware they exist. Study Sites Examine each site thoroughly before you hit the “buy” button. Ask these questions: Does the site address begin with “https,” which indicates it’s using a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Certificate? Does the site offer any contact methods? Does the seller offer thorough information about itself and its policies? In all cases, the answer should be “yes.” Conduct Additional Research Perform online searches like “[company name] scam” and “[company name] fraud.” Confirm the company is listed by the Better Business Bureau (bbb.org). Finally, examine the company’s social media feeds to ensure they’re professional, consistent, and up to date. Use a Safe Payment Method Credit cards are better for online purchases than debit cards because they allow you to dispute erroneous charges. Another option is a one-time-use number that your credit card issuer can provide for single purchases. PayPal (paypal.com) is also a good choice because it provides options if your order never arrives. KnowWhat to Do If You’re Scammed If you find yourself the victim of an online shopping scam, contact your credit card company to dispute the charge. Next, file a report with the FTC (ftc.gov) to help them know about frauds going on. Finally, use your online platforms to alert as many people as you can. Prevent Porch Pirates from Stealing Your Stuff Porch pirates are people who steal packages that have been delivered to the exterior of homes but not yet retrieved. In addition to untold frustration, this type of crime costs Americans billions of dollars per year. Here are some tips for keeping the pirates at bay. • Track your packages so you know when to expect them. • When a package arrives, retrieve it immediately. If that’s not possible, ask a neighbor to pick it up for you. • If available, use an option to have packages left inside your garage. • If available, choose a “signature required for delivery” option. That way, packages won’t get left outside. • Invest in a security system that includes a doorbell video camera to deter would-be thieves. If all else fails, have your packages delivered to work, a post office box, or a package locker such as those provided by Amazon (amazon.com), or consider taking advantage of in-store pickup options. QUICK TIP: For the best shopping experience on your phone, download the retailer’s app.
www.alliancecom.net 7 Online shopping is evolving. What seem like amazing developments today may appear basic by tomorrow’s standards. Technologies like AI (artificial intelligence), chatbots, and virtual reality are playing a big role. What’s Next for Online Shopping? More Augmented Reality Augmented reality blends elements of the physical and virtual worlds.With this technology, you can do things like see how a piece of furniture or paint color on an ecommerce site would look in your home, or “try on” a pair of shoes. This added dimension makes shopping more fun and decision-making easier. Enhanced Personalization If you like your favorite online retailer’s suggestions based on your searches and purchases, you’ll love emerging personalization options. AI is helping to make recommendations more targeted, so you’ll only see alerts for things you truly might like to buy. Increase in Voice Commerce If you use virtual assistants like Siri, Google, and Alexa, you already know how helpful they can be in getting weather forecasts, news, and your favorite entertainment. But did you know you can also use this technology to shop? Increasingly, retailers will be improving their online environments for better results. Expanded Use of Chatbots Shopping online means fewer humans available to help with questions. But chatbots are taking their place, helping you with things like finding specific products, providing shipping information, and initiating returns. Greater Trust in Influencers More consumers than ever trust influencers to give them good product recommendations, and this trend is likely to continue. Influencers are more convincing than celebrities because followers feel they “know” them from seeing their videos and posts. Combine the Best of Both Shopping Worlds Ever feel a twinge of guilt when you press the “buy” button on Amazon (amazon.com) for something you know you can get right down the street? It’s completely understandable, given the importance of buying local to support our communities. It’s also understandable why you would choose the convenience of buying online. But what if you didn’t have to choose? In some cases, you don’t. More smaller retailers are getting the message that, to compete with the big guys, they must make shopping at their stores just as simple. They’re doing it with online ordering and apps that enable you to buy your products in the virtual world, then have them delivered or go to pick them up. In some cases, it’s a third party like Grubhub (grubhub.com), which now offers not just restaurant delivery, but stops at 7-Eleven (7-eleven.com) for snacks. So, next time you’re about to buy from one of your usual online stores, see if your local retailer offers an option that’s equally appealing. QUICK TIP: Don’t like chatbots? When they ask what you need, type, “chat with a representative.”
8 www.alliancecom.net What are Chatbots? Chatbots, also known as “conversational agents,” are software applications that mimic written or spoken human speech for the purposes of simulating a conversation or interaction with a real person. Not all chatbots are AI chatbots, however. There are also rule-based chatbots, often used for simple applications such as customer support livechat service, which provide answers to common, predefined questions. AI chatbots can provide a remarkably authentic conversational experience. You’ll feel like you’re talking with a real human being and can ask questions about a broad range of topics. Interest in AI chatbots is increasing, and companies are developing innovative ways to use this state-of-the-art technology. Hello History App Why limit yourself to just reading history books when you can also talk with the people who were there? Download the Hello History app (www.hellohistory.ai) to have in-depth conversations with your choice of many influential figures including these: • Cleopatra • Albert Einstein • Steve Jobs • Budha • Aristotle • Vincent van Gogh • Thomas Edison • Marilyn Monroe • Sir Isaac Newton • Elvis Presley The Hello History app lets you pose questions to these figures or even get into debates with them, which can help you Talk to Historical Figures with AI Chatbots Have a chat with anyone from Cleopatra to Elvis Presley A common interview question asks, “If you could invite anyone to a dinner party, living or dead, who would it be?” Thanks to AI (artificial intelligence) chatbots, you may be able to experience the next best thing—conversations with chatbot versions of famous people throughout history.
www.alliancecom.net 9 gain new insights and perspectives. In the process, you’ll enhance your knowledge of art, music, justice, literature, philosophy, science, technology, and more. Plus, since new figures are added regularly, you’ll never run out of interesting people to engage in conversation. Character.ai Website The Character.ai website offers an even wider range of AI chatbots than the Hello History app. In addition to historical figures such as Albert Einstein, Napoleon, and Socrates, you can choose to have chatbot conversations with living figures including Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Billie Eilish. You can also chat with popular anime characters or one of your favorite TV personalities. Created by two former Google researchers, Character.ai is currently in beta mode. It’s intended primarily for entertainment purposes, and the homepage clearly explains that these are tech-generated conversations and not to take anything the characters say too seriously. As a community-based site, users can create their own chatbot characters, each of which is linked back to their profile. Reasons for Popularity Although some people may be uncomfortable with AI chatbots and consider them to be a bit “creepy,” they’re growing in popularity and are clearly here to stay. Due to dramatic advancements in machine learning and other underlying technologies such as natural language processing, today’s AI chatbots are smarter, more responsive, and more useful than ever before. These chatbots enable students to talk to historical figures they’re learning about in class, translate ideas from other periods into modern English, expand the user’s knowledge on a variety of topics, and bring historical figures to life. Virtual AI Companions As AI becomes more commonplace, there are now a growing number of virtual AI companions available for online conversations. While smart assistants like Siri or Alexa are useful for carrying out simple tasks or providing basic information, virtual AI companions are designed for ongoing conversations more like what you’d have with friends in real life. Here are a few examples of virtual AI companions: Replika (https://replika.ai/) Billed as the AI companion who cares, Replika’s lofty goal is to become your close friend. Kuki (https://www.kuki.ai/) This award-winning AI brain is designed to entertain humans. SimSimi (https://simsimi.com/) Launched in 2002, SimSimi was the world’s first popular chatbot for daily conversation. In the future, AI will undoubtedly become more advanced, and chatbots of all kinds will be more convincing, more educational, and more entertaining. Schools Address Use of ChatGPT for Student Assignments One AI chatbot has been making headlines recently. It’s ChatGPT, the chatbot launched in late 2022 that’s capable of writing essays, solving science and math problems, and producing working computer code. Students are using ChatGPT to quickly complete their assignments, then turning the work in is as their own. This development has caused many educators to panic. Howwill they catch students using ChatGPT to cheat? What impact will ChatGPT have on their lesson plans and on student learning? High schools and colleges have long been wary of plagiarism, which is inevitable if students use ChatGPT for assignments. Plagiarism is a serious offense in the academic world, with some institutions threatening expulsion if students are found guilty. However, not everyone in the education community views ChatGPT as a threat. There are those who believe students and educators can benefit from ChatGPT if it’s used strategically. For example, ChatGPT can help simplify difficult passages for students with lower reading levels or learning disabilities. And since educators often don’t have enough planning time, some of them use the software to help create lesson plans and suggest edits to students’ work.
10 www.alliancecom.net 1. Romance scams The scammer initiates an online relationship, building trust with you. They may correspond with you for weeks, revealing what appears to be very personal information. Eventually, they request money for a flight, a visa, or another important reason. Never send money to someone you haven’t met. 2. Lottery scams An organization will contact you, claiming you’ve won a lottery and can claim your money for a small fee. Before responding, consider whether you’ve entered any contests lately. Keep in mind that real contests don’t require a fee to claim your winnings. 3. Loan scams Here, the criminals send messages or create posts offering immediate loans at a low interest rate for a small fee. They may draw you in by mentioning things you could use the loan for, such as to pay off student loans or buy a car. But don’t buy it. Legitimate loan sources don’t require a fee. 4. Coupon code scams The trickster will post an offer to a coupon code but will require your personal information before granting access to it. Consider whether saving a few bucks is worth giving away your valuable information. Companies that really want your business will simply list the code for you to use. 5. Job scams Scammers post fake job postings online to try to get your personal information or money. It can be tempting if you’re conducting a job search to follow every possible lead, but no legitimate employer should be asking for those things. 6. Fake medical fundraisers Scammers will send messages or create posts, posing as someone in medical distress and requesting funds to help with doctor bills. This method can work particularly well if the profile is a clone of the profile of someone you personally know. Tugging at your heartstrings is a way of drawing you in. 7. Shopping scams In this case, scammers will create a fake shopping account and publish offers at unusually low prices, requesting your money and sending nothing in return. Be sure to do your homework on any company before conducting business with them on Facebook or anywhere else. 8. Giveaway scams You’ll see an offer on Facebook that talks about giving away a valuable item like an iPad and includes a link that supposedly leads to a form you need to fill out to enter. But that link instead leads to malware. Always think twice before clicking a link from unknown sources. 8 Common Facebook Scams Learn how to spot and sidestep scammers’ tricks Though many social media users have moved to Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok, Facebook is still a prime target for scammers. Read on to find out how they work so you can sidestep their tricks.
www.alliancecom.net 11 In January 2023, Disney kicked off its 100th birthday celebration with the Disney 100 Years of Wonder event at Disneyland Resort. More celebrations are planned throughout the year at various Disney properties across the globe. Disney Celebrates 100 Years Find a park, museum, or website to be part of this magical journey The initial party at Disneyland Resort included new nighttime entertainment, new fireworks, and a new version of World of Color, a nighttime spectacular that celebrates the legendary storytelling of Walt Disney. The Magic Happens parade returned after a pandemic-prompted hiatus and the new ride, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, also opened. Meanwhile, at Walt DisneyWorld, EPCOT got a new fireworks show. At Magic Kingdom, the Happily Ever After show is scheduled to return along with new projections along Main Street, USA. International locations are celebrating the 100th birthday as well, such as Hong Kong Disneyland, where a new statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse will be unveiled. Want to join in the fun? There are multiple ways to do it. You can visit one of the Disney properties, check out the Walt Disney Family Museum, or watch some of the many shows and movies Disney has to offer. The following websites can help you do all these things to honor the relationship you may have had with Disney over the years. Disney (disney.com) This site should be your first stop for discovering all things Disney. It includes sections about Disney parks, Disney news, the Disney fan club, and more. You’ll also find information about the Disney+ streaming service, which is the ultimate streaming destination for entertainment from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. In other words, there’s something for everyone in your household. Check out the offer to bundle with Hulu to get even more shows and movies. In the Disney shop, you’ll find items that express your appreciation of Disney brands like Avatar and Star Wars. They include everything from hats and gloves to watches, sweatshirts, backpacks, luggage, and tech accessories. For young Disney enthusiasts, you’ll find action figures, dolls, games, puzzles, learning toys, and stuffed animals.
12 www.alliancecom.net Disney Parks (disneyparks.disney.go.com) Want to plan your next Disney vacation? This is the place to be! You’ll find sections for each of the Disney parks and destinations, including the iconic Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California, as well as the Disney cruise line and foreign Disney-themed attractions in Paris, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. Check the Special Offers section to get package deals on tickets and rooms. Once you’ve booked your trip, visit the Vacation Planning section to ensure you make the most of your experience. You’ll find Q&As, information for groups and visitors with disabilities, a list of shops and restaurants, and important details about each destination including all the not-to-be-missed attractions. Don’t forget to check out the blog for the latest announcements. Disneyland (disneyland.disney.go.com) This site provides everything you need to know to visit the first Disney theme park, Disneyland, in Anaheim, California. Ready to plan your trip? Start with the Build Your Vacation section on the home page. Need more information? Scroll down to the Reservations and Planning Guide, Offers and Benefits, and Can’t Miss Experiences. For more specific information, head to the Places to Stay section to find the right accommodations for you and your travel companions. Use the Things to Do section to get details on what to see, where to go, and how to shop. For an enhanced experience, consider getting a Magic Key, which unlocks special benefits like a variety of admission opportunities, pricing options, and savings on food and merchandise. DisneyWorld (disneyworld.disney.go.com) In addition to Disney celebrating its 100th birthday, Disney World is celebrating its 50th! This site offers tools for planning a trip to the Florida park, including ticket-plus-accommodations packages, planning information, and a shop where you can buy items to help get in the Disney spirit before you go. Disney World features Avatar, Flight of Passage, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the Seven Dwarves Mine Train, Peter Pan’s Flight, Space Mountain, and Pirates of the Caribbean. Visitors can also check out Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park. FAST FACT: The Disney Genie service enables you to plan your best Disney day based on your top interests.
www.alliancecom.net 13 Enjoy a Taste of Disney Disney attractions offer plenty of things to see, hear, and do. But what about taste? California Disney locations are cooking up some new eating options: Disneyland • Alien Pizza Planet features a simple but delicious Lemon Tea Cake for dessert. • Blue Bayou Restaurant is offering Celebration Cake to honor 100 years of Disney. • Galactic Grill has created the Platinum Trifle featuring layers of chocolate, cheesecake, and more. • Head to the Hungry Bear Restaurant for a hearty Potato & Cheddar Cheeseburger. • The Refreshment Corner provides snacks like the purple-frosted Violet Pretzel. Disney California Adventure • For unique pizza flavors like French Onion Dip, visit Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta. • Get a candy bar-inspired Snickers Sundae at Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream. • For drinks, head to the Lamplight Lounge, where you can get a Disney100 Cocktail. • Schmoozies is serving a cookies-and-cream-inspired Steamboat Willie Shake assembled to resemble Mickey. Grand Californian Hotel & Spa • GCH Craftsman Grill is offering Walt’s Chili Bread Bowl in Mr. Disney’s honor. • GCH Holiday Cart is serving a festive Disney100 Rice Krispie Treat. DisneyNOW (disneynow.com/all-shows/disney-channel) DisneyNOW is a service that enables viewers to watch programming from Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Disney XD, and Radio Disney. The application also includes games based on that programming as well as parental controls. DisneyNOW is available on many platforms, including Android, iOS, Apple TV, Roku, Android TV, and Amazon Fire TV. Featured shows include Big City Greens, Bluey, Mickey Mouse Funhouse, Moon Girl, Superkitties, and Toon Bops. Viewers can simply watch the available content or create a profile that includes the user’s birthday, emoji, name, channels, and viewing history. This feature is helpful for parents and other caretakers who want to track their kids’ favorite shows. The profile can be deleted at any time. Walt Disney Family Museum (waltdisney.org) If you want to know more about the amazing life and career of Walt Disney, consider visiting the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco. Here you’ll find permanent galleries devoted to Disney’s upbringing in Missouri, his early career including the creation of Mickey Mouse, experiments with the new medium of animation, early features such as SnowWhite and the Seven Dwarves, the transition to live-action films, and the development of Disneyland. Temporary exhibitions feature the artistic works of family members and much more. The Education section lists many opportunities for learning, including classes, workshops, films, and special events. The Visit section tells you everything you need to know about how to make the most of your experience, including transportation, accessibility, and lodging. Not able to make the trip? Check out the Virtual Experiences section to get a feel for what the museum has to offer from wherever you are.
14 www.alliancecom.net Alliance will help you navigate through the many streaming options currently available in the marketplace. We want you to enjoy a great streaming experience, no matter which streaming device and services you choose. We’ve included an overview on streaming here so you can familiarize yourself with the technology. You’ll findmore details and instructions at gostreamnow.com/alliance, and you can call us at 605-582-6311 if you have questions. Why Choose Streaming? There are good reasons why 4 out of every 5 homes in the U.S. are now subscribing to at least one streaming service: • Monthly Savings — Many people are replacing costly traditional TV plans with much more affordable streaming services, some of which have free trial periods. • Convenience — Nobody wants to be tied to a TV schedule. Streaming lets you watch what you want, when you want. • Personalization — Streaming services make recommendations on what series or movie to watch next based on your viewing profiles. Your Cable TV Alternatives Guide
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