Re: [BULK] Verizon exiting California

[Andrew Carey <carey () ar-ballbat org>]

> On Aug 3, 2015, at 10:09, Matthew Black <Matthew.Black () csulb edu> wrote:
>
> I ran a few Google searches and came across a trove of complaints against Frontier. Seems they are far worse than 
> GTE/Verizon. On the few occasions I have called for FIOS support, always reached someone knowledgeable and helpful. 
> Not looking forward to the changeover, as the new owners have to pay off debts from their acquisition. That can only 
> be accomplished through rate increases. I see a Verizon tech outside my kitchen window every two to three days as he 
> replaces two nitrogen tanks keeping copper trunks pressurized against water intrusion.

Cutting expenses is another (well, and selling more too). Properly engineered/maintained cable should not require that 
level of constant attention.