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cell spot failure
Just went through Hurricane Ian. Power back after 5 days, however, Xfinity is still down. Since cell spot is dependent on cable modem, no service. Don't set yourself up for thinking you will have pho...
I recently switched to AT&T Fiber Internet. They assured me that (unlike Uverse) there were no powered components between my home and the central office. In theory, if my generator is running and the cable isn't cut, I'll have Internet. After about 48 hours without power, Uverse would die, at least until they hooked the portable generator to the VRAD at the end of our street. Usually about three days after the storm.
By the end of 2023 T-Mobile should be able to provide limited service to remote and storm-struck areas via StarLink's GEN2 satellites. That does no good now but it's something to keep in mind.
