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> On Fri, 02 Aug 2013 02:12:25 -0400, Cheryl >
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> >I just use my generator to keep my fridge and downstairs freezer going.
> >Oh, and my hair dryer if the power is still out when I have to go to
> >work. I will power my laptop if the battery runs out, but with no
> >internet there's no point really. If I'm bored I'll play computer games
> >if I can't find something else to do. I also like to keep some lights
> >going because I can't stand just candlelight or flashlights for very long.
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> Why do you lose internet? Does the cable go out? I have DSL and it
> will stay on as long as my battery backup has power. I don't think
> I've ever lost phone service.

It's the achilles heel in all the broadband services in the U.S. The
routers at the end of the connection lose power and all bets are off.

Which is bizarre because there is about 90VAC on the CATV lines in the
area. You could power the devices off that.