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What the #(@& Do You Do When the Internet is Down?

It's the worst case scenario. The end of the world. Your own person apocalypse.

The internet is down.

Unfortunately, we live in an imperfect world, and there may be hours—even (gasp!) days—when your apartment or house has to survive internet-free. But before the thought of such a disaster sends you into a panic, let us share these 16 ways to deal. Are they rational? Well, not entirely. Effective? We'll let you decide.

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