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D.C. Memo: 'Cyber Incident' Takes Down OzarksGo's Cable TV Service for Good

D.C. Memo: 'Cyber Incident' Takes Down OzarksGo's Cable TV Service for Good

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D.C. Memo: 'Cyber Incident' Takes Down OzarksGo's Cable TV Service for Good
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No Go: OzarksGo, a fiber broadband provider in Fayetteville, Ark, has decided to permanently discontinue its traditional cable TV service after a "cyber incident" that occurred on Oct. 7. The incident impacted the company's linear TV servers, affecting about 4,500 customers. Initially unsure when the service could be restored, OzarksGo has now confirmed that the legacy video platform will not be revived. Mitchell Johnson, president and CEO of Ozarks Electric Cooperative (OzarksGo’s parent company), stated that the nature of the cyber incident made it "infeasible" to continue delivering the cable TV service.

The company has not provided specific details about the incident, referring to it only as a "cyber incident," without elaborating on its origin or duration. In place of the legacy service, OzarksGo is promoting its OzarksGo TV, a more flexible, equipment-free streaming solution, with pricing options ranging from $42.95 to $179.95 per month. "This newer service offers a robust and flexible way to enjoy your favorite shows and movies without the need for cable equipment," Johnson said.

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