Communications in Retiring abroad
The Net interprets censorship as damage and routes around it ? John GilmoreCommunications become vitally important when you live overseas. Low-quality communications systems are a problem in some areas, and censorship is a major difficulty in others.
Consider having a backup communication system to use if other things fail. For example, an earthquake taking out an undersea cable, or a government in a panic about some unrest in the country, might block both phone and Internet connections. If that is a risk where you are going and communications are critical for your life or business, be prepared. Depending on your exact situation, it might be enough to have a short wave radio or satellite TV to get international news broadcasts. Others might need two-way communication as with a ham radio setup or a satellite phone. On the other hand, some may be fine with nothing at all.
If your retirement plans include a vehicle, perhaps an SUV or a sailboat, consider equipping it with a communications system that can double as backup for your home system.
See Internet access, Telephone service for travel and the country articles for more information.
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