Server down

For the past 24 hours or so, the Internet server we have an account with
has been down so I haven't had access to e-mail or Internet. I asked my
colleague if this happens often and he said all the time. He suspects
that the telecoms in Ethiopia are so bad because there is no competition
to motivate improvements in the infrastructure and services. I suppose
the only option is to keep trying to connect to see when things come
back online, or otherwise try and hunt down an Internet cafe with a good
connection. It sure makes you appreciate having such good access back home.