Originally Posted by
Landing Gear
A few questions which may seem very dumb to the true geeks among us.
1. Why is Verizon email intermittent today whether using Verizon, VZW or Virgin broadband as an ISP?
2. Why are various websites, e.g. FT, also intermittent?
3. Why can't I connect to some iPhone apps including the App Store?
I thought I had two back up systems just for days like today.
Sounds like your local connectivity has some issues. Are you using a cell phone or other 3G service, or a wireless connected to a landline?
Are you in New York City right now? Cell sites can be disrupted by wind, and a problem at one station can create problems in many areas if wireless is used for backhaul
I've been browsing FT all day, and I was just using the App Store a few minutes ago--both work fine. However, I'm connecting using a cable modem (also in NYC), so perhaps that can help narrow it down