The author shares a frustrating experience with intermittent AT&T Internet Fiber outages, leading to a re-evaluation of internet reliability for home office work. Reflecting on past solutions, the author emphasizes the importance of maintaining a backup internet connection, especially after years of complacency. In 2025, they integrated a wireless 4G/5G option for added reliability. While smartphone hotspots can serve as temporary fixes, they are limited in capacity and can lead to significant battery drain, making them inadequate for comprehensive home networking needs.
In 2025, the author added a backup internet connection to their home office for the first time in over a decade, illustrating the importance of reliable connectivity.
Despite the convenience of smartphones, using a personal hotspot is often costly and drains battery quickly, leading to inefficiencies in a home office setup.
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