How can I trust the internet when it comes to privacy and security?
Believe it or not, privacy and security are some of the benefits in
participating with eLivingCenter.com. We are more secure than most
other forms of Internet communication. Please refer to our section
on privacy and security for a complete discussion of this issue.
You may participate and remain completely
anonymous if you wish.
All voice communications are encoded and
digitally secure.
The personal information entered into the eLivingCenter.com website is secured by Secured
Socket Layer (SSL) encryption. The same technology other financial transaction systems use.
If other people have
access to my computer, will they see that I have been on eLivingCenter.com?
NO, as long as you perform a few basic steps. We suggest that you
sign off eLivingCenter.com session and your system when
you're done using your computer. We also suggest that you do NOT use
the automatic form complete feature in most browsers.
I was told that people
can see where I have been on the internet. Is this true and what can
I do to avoid this?
Yes, there are a few areas on all browsers that you need to look out
for:
Step 1: do not save our site on your favorites.
Step 2: clean out your temporary internet
files. If you are using Microsoft Internet Explore, go to=>
Tools>Internet Options>Delete Temporary Internet files.
Step 3: make sure that you that you are on
some other webpage if using Microsoft Internet Explore, then clear
out your history files. To accomplish this, go to=> Tools>Internet
Options>Clear History, then click on the OK button.
What do I need to connect my computer
to the eLivingCenter.com program?
The first thing you will need is access to the internet. A high speed
connect would be preferred but not required. If your computer is less
than 4 years old, more than likely it will work. You will need a sound
card and microphone jack as well. If you have any further questions
call our toll free help line at 1-877-E-WAYOUT.
If I'm at work in my
office, can I participate in a session during my break in complete
anonymity?
NO, if you're connected to the corporate network, network administrators
at your company have access to the "digital traffic" going through
their systems. Most companies consider the computers and offices as
their property and have the right to monitor and control their assets.
Where is the best place to participate
in your group sessions?
We would suggest any place that is private with confidential internet
access.
What else do I need to do?
Make sure that you remember the date and time of your session. We
will send you everything you will need which consists primarily of
a headset with a built in microphone. If you need further assistance,
you can always contact us at: 1-877-E-WAYOUT.
When do I check in?
Check-in time is 15 minutes prior to your scheduled counseling session.
This will help ensure that you have made all the necessary adjustments
to your system for optimal performance. We will be sending you a headset
with a built in microphone to make things more private, if you choose
to use your existing built in speakers and microphone and feel that
you are in a private and comfortable environment that will work just
fine.
What type of line speed connection
will I need to participate in the online sessions?
Our group sessions are most beneficial if you are using a high speed
line for the video portion of our counseling. Other low speed dial
up lines will work for the voice over internet protocol (VOIP) so
you can still participate with the live communication.
What if I have call waiting?
If your phone has call waiting, we will provide you with a dialer
that will temporarily disable this feature during your group session.
What if my computer doesn't have a
sound card?
You can purchase a sound card for under $30 or a good sound card for
about $60 including tax. To have the card installed should cost about
$35 - $45. If you seek adventure, you can do it yourself in less than
an hour.
Can other people see me while I'm
in group session?
No.
Can I do anything else on my computer
during my group session?
We highly encourage that you refrain from doing anything else on your
computer during your session. We believe that our one hour session
is packed with great information and we feel that you would maximize
your return on your investment if you could dedicate your full attention
to the group session. Other activities can cause the computer to lock-up.
This will require a restart and possibly a loss of valuable group
session time.
Why is the video portion of the session
so choppy but I can hear my counselor just fine?
Unfortunately this is not unusual to see some choppy motion. There
can be several possible reasons for this: If your internet line speed
is not fast enough, your video card is not capable of providing anything
better, you are taxing the capabilities of your computer, you may
need to defragment your hard drive. This utility can be found in system
tools. Allow 30 minutes for this process. We suggest that you restart
your system.
Can I send email messages to my friends?
webaddictiontreatment email is a great way to communicate with your
group friends and counselor. We do not use any local files to store
information on you computer. All of our webaddictiontreatment email
is secured with SSL.