Belated thanks to the many listers with suggestions for a good ISP in
the S.F. Bay area.  My current ISP (Microweb) fixed some serious
problems and charmed me back into the fold for the present but I am
saving your various suggestions for future reference.  By the way, as if
you didn't know, it's gorgeous between S.F. and Tahoe, and (as ever)
down 1 to S'Cruz if you get the chance.  Cheers...