The Case Against Using the Email that AT&T and Spectrum Provides

Most people that have been using the Internet in the Reno area for a long time have an email address that ends in @att.net, @sbcglobal.net, or @charter.net. You probably got this email address for free when you first signed up for internet service years ago.

It is the address your friends use to contact you, and it is the username for financial, device, social media and medical accounts. The idea of changing it now probably feels like a huge headache.

However, Computer Techs and other technology experts strongly suggest that you stop using email provided by your Internet provider – commonly AT&T and Charter/Spectrum in the Reno area. It isn’t just about having the newest technology—it is about protecting your freedom and keeping your information safe.

Here is a simple explanation of why you should consider making a change, and why it is worth the effort.

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