if this happens, probably well over half the people in our area will not even notice. they mostly don't do internet, teevee (would probably be the only thing they'd notice wrong), and all drive the farm truck that's been on the farm since the 70s. what will reek havoc is when the local mcdonald's and walmart close.... also, why does everyone care so much if the internet is gone if/when this happens? i would think you'll be so busy either getting the hell out of the city or big town you're in or defending the BOL you're at already. honestly, for me, the internet will definitely not be the first, second or even third thing on my mind. edit: the ham radio thing would def be handy. just to find out what's goin on in the world, i guess.