Copper Phone Lines Vs Fiber Optic, Which Is Better?

[Richard O'Neill]

On 9/26/2015 8:47 PM, Richard Demaret wrote:
> I still have copper lines and want to keep them.

  Then by all means do so, at least as long as copper lines remain 
available to you. However, over time buried copper cables deteriorate 
which will require calling a tech to switch your phone to a new pair, 
usually in a few days time. Eventually Verizon will either have to 
replace copper or, more likely if your neighborhood is already FIOS 
wired, elect to switch you to fiber. The clock is ticking, it's only a 
matter of time.

  As for the short run time 12v gel cell Verizon initially installs, it 
will eventually expire without notice then catch you with your pants 
down when you most need it. To add insult to injury Verizon will bill 
you for a replacement. I avoided that hassle and inconvenience by 
substituting a car battery, continuously trickle charged. In the event 
of a power outage it will maintain my phone and router for quite some 
time. How long I haven't yet determined but certainly far longer than 
the puny backup battery Verizon supplies.

Richard