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Fiber Cut, No Copper Theft | Austin News
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Monday morning in Georgetown hit pause when Optimum’s fiber optic network went dark—blamed on “copper thieves” who don’t know fiber cables are made of glass or plastic, not copper, making the theft pointless. Optimum apologized, deployed crews, and urged residents to report suspicious activity. With everyone’s work, connection, and chill time on hold, the bizarre incident highlights how out-of-touch some criminals are—and how fast tech companies scramble to restore service.
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