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Five French-speaking YouTubers who cover trending topics
These content creators talk fast and use jargon, but watching them can be a good way of tapping into hot topics
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France begins phasing out copper phone lines
Many areas in south-west affected by transition to fibre optics
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French city ranked 'best in world' for internet connection
France has prioritised investment in high-speed fixed broadband in recent years
Is home in France eligible for fibre-optic internet?
How can I find out if I can get fibre-optic internet in my area? D.U.

The telecoms watchdog Arcep has set up a map where you can check this, at tinyurl.com/yg45fh4g.
It allows you to zoom in to see if connection to “superfast” fibre-optic broadband is possible yet.
A colour scheme shows generally how many properties are connectable in your area, but at the large scale you can even see your building.
There are alternative ways of viewing the map, which you can choose by clicking in the bottom right.
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