In Egypt, Communication Continues Despite Online Shutdown

Last week, Egypt’s government responded to the uprising of the people by curbing access to the Internet, social networks, and even mobile phones. More recently, Al Jazeera reporters were arrested (and later released) after the network was told to cease reporting from the country. Earlier this evening, the BBC reported that the last remaining ISP, Noor Group, is down.

Still the widespread message from protesters that Hosni Mubarak must step down is getting out.

When given the opportunity, as in the video above, the people are making their feelings known.

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