Well, apparently it isn't enough that my I can't connect faster than 24.4, have limited access, and pay extortionist fees for my internet connection. Now, my ISP has decided to take the day off... upgrading the modems they say, in a town where phone lines top out at 33.6 anyway.
Sigh. Other updates will be late today (if they come at all). Mercifully, the nice and speedy cable connection here at the office is still up and running, so I can keep an eye on these Apple Paris demo happenings...