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The Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) has been the backbone of telecommunications in the UK for over a century. Despite its longevity, the PSTN is becoming increasingly costly to maintain, with infrastructure reaching the end of its life and requiring significant investment. In fact, it has been estimated that it costs around £500 million per… Continue reading The cost to maintain the PSTN and why the UK is switching off

The Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) has been the backbone of telecommunications for over a century. However, with the rapid growth of internet-based communication technologies, the PSTN is being phased out in many countries, with the 2025 switch off date set by some telecom providers. In this article, we will explore what the PSTN switch… Continue reading What is the 2025 PSTN switch off?

The UK has been planning the switch off of the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) since 2015. This plan has been put in place for several reasons, including the changing needs and behaviors of customers and the desire for technological advancement. Firstly, the PSTN was designed for voice-only communication and is becoming outdated in a… Continue reading Why the UK is implementing the 2025 PSTN switch off