Over the past few years, there has been a major shift in how people communicate. With the advent of smartphones and other mobile devices, more and more people are using voice over IP (VoIP) to make calls.
As a result, traditional landline service providers have declined customers. To stay competitive, many providers are now offering VoIP services of their own. However, these new services often come with a monthly fee that can quickly add up.
For businesses and households that rely on landline service, the best solution is to transition to a VoIP provider that offers a flat-rate pricing plan. This will help keep costs down and ensure you always have access to reliable communication services.
Why Are POTS Lines Going Away?
POTS (plain old telephone service) unsustainable for several reasons.
First, POTS increasingly relies on outdated copper wire infrastructure, which is expensive to maintain.
Second, POTS does not support modern communications needs, such as high-speed data or video.
Third, POTS is not universally available; in many rural areas, it is unavailable or only available at high prices.
As a result of these factors, POTS is no longer an adequate solution for meeting the communications needs of consumers and businesses. Therefore transitioning to a new approach that will provide universal access to advanced communications services.
Replacement Options For POTS
Starting August 2, 2022, major networks will be allowed to deactivate and/or raise prices on existing POTS lines. If you keep using POTS, you can expect to pay thousands of extra dollars to use them.
This change is because the FCC has decided to allow the major networks to sunset their copper-based infrastructure and move to an all-IP network. This transition has been in the works for several years, and it’s finally coming to fruition. While the move will offer some advantages, like faster speeds and more reliable service, it will also come at a cost.
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