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To: Hostage
You nailed it. I'm an ex fiber investor/worker who got burned financially and laid off.

I'm setting in a Starbucks now posting on their wireless network.

And as soon as this big fat guy moves and quits blocking the signal, I'll .............

79 posted on 06/09/2006 11:53:49 AM PDT by Ramcat (Thank You American Veterans)
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To: Ramcat

Blocking an RF signal???? Uh...it doesn't work that way.

Look I wasn't arguing with your point about fiber being superior in terms of tech specs, but I was trying to point out the reasons why it hasn't taken off like so many thought it should.

I've had my share of burns too. The lesson that finally got through to me is to watch what the users choose.

There's a history of things that have come and gone, that were superior to all competing forms but were rejected for mysterious reasons.

I just see people choosing wireless over any form of land-based connection.


82 posted on 06/09/2006 12:08:08 PM PDT by Hostage
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