[Serenoa]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

Yes, there is a lot to consider when purchasing cell phone service...but my point was that no matter what - nothing beats the old fashioned landline service as a back-up to modern technology.

(quote edited by me, Serenoa)

You're right, nothing beats old land line service.......but that only works if you are at home next to that land line phone. And using your land line to call a friend, a neighbor or a loved one who only has a cell phone number will only work if the cell network is up & running, because eventually your land line will need to connect with a cell site to complete the call via copper line, fiber optic line, or by microwave. Once again my point is, it's good to know you have reliable cell service when you have to depend on that cell phone for a means of communication. And the best service is provided by the companies that have the most invested in their nationwide network.