they just want to maximize proffit (Score 1)

This so called shortage is in my opinion a result of the telephone companies FUD over the current regulatory climate. They are unwilling to invest and more in infrastructure then they absolutely must. The telcos do not know if they might be forced to sell unused fiber and/or other capacity to their competitors. I do not think they will change their practices until they are assured that when they invest in infrastrucucture, they will reap the profit from it.