[time-nuts] Off Topic in the Extreme

[Chuck Harris]

With Verizon Fios, I have had several instances where a storm has
knocked out my internet, yet my phone, which uses the same fiber,
still works. (Yes, my router was on an ups, and yes the power was
on...)

The internet usually comes back in a day, or so.

Because they have seriously limited the amount of fiber that goes
above ground, in my area, the phone hasn't gone down since the
fiber went in.

-Chuck Harris

Max Robinson wrote:
> I noticed that after I hooked up my phone to the cable company my
> computer connection became a lot more reliable. Both pass through the
> same modem. In fact it has not been off since the hookup. I think they
> do try very hard to keep the computer path on for those who also have
> the phone service. We also have a minimum cost cell phone for
> emergencies both in the car or at home.
>
> Regards.