Are You Ready for the PSTN Switch Off?
PSTN or Public Switched Telephone Network is the aggregate of the world’s circuit-switched telephone networks and as we often mention, as our landline.
But why is this important and why should you care about it?
Well, there are lots of reasons that you probably are not aware of – the reality is that there is not a lot of coverage about it, yet, but you have to start taking measures to safeguard your future.
In 2025, the PSTN Switch Off will happen via BT Openreach.
This is all landlines being cut and replaced digitally. Despite the UK not being the first country to make this move, it can be quite stressful – it will be completely changed and renewed.
So, this huge change will happen for everyone – both businesses and residential – and it is something that nobody can avoid.
The benefits of the Switch off include:
Cost Saving
VoIP is considered to be way more cost-effective as instead of using additional hardware you are connected to the internet connection.
Reliability
As there are no physical lines that may be disrupted by some road works, for example, VoIP can be more reliable due to using your internet, which can be 10 times faster than your landline. Furthermore, you need to have a good internet connection, and Gigabit Networks can help you with it.
Quality
The quality of phone calls will increase (depending on your connectivity) – being a positive reason for businesses as it is a crucial time-saver – and for people at home as you feel closer to your loved ones.
Seamless connection
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the world evolved reasonably quickly, with businesses adapting to flexible working and many workers becoming fully remote.
The main secret for all of these to work smoothly is fast Internet connectivity and Cloud.
With VoIP, what will happen is the start of a revolution that will end when all devices are connected to each other, with a seamless connection that works on a smooth ecosystem, making your life easier.
Despite all these benefits, some people may indeed be negatively impacted by this change – and that is why everyone should be educated in this, with time, to understand what can be done.
The main affected ones will be people who aren’t used to technology and people who live in rural areas that rely on landlines.
However, BT Openreach has said that replacement products will be available for everyone, depending on their individual needs and location.
The main advice to help you prepare for the 2025 Switch Off is instead of renewing your landline number when your contract is over, update it to a VoIP replacement.
If it is for your business this can mean that you are a step ahead of your competition, and if it is for your household, it takes off the stress you will be upon when being obliged to do it.
It is truly important to have more than just a good internet connection – as every day new updates will continue to come, and the internet will be the main asset to have, in order to function all your devices efficiently.
GigaFast broadband allows you to navigate at up to 930Mbps at only £49 per month, being this, one of the best prices per speed you will get in the market.
Soon, we will also be able to provide you with VoIP landline replacement for only £6 extra on top of whichever broadband package you choose to acquire.
Take a look at our ultrafast GigaFast packages here to secure an ultra-reliable network for your future VoIP landline.