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DoT Urges States to Prefer BSNL, MTNL for Telecom Services, Citing Data Security: Report

Telecom Talk

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has written to all state governments and Union Territories, urging them to prioritise the services of state-run telecom operators Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd ( BSNL ) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) for internet, broadband, landline, and leased line requirements.

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The Growing Crisis of Copper Theft

US Telecom

In the indiscriminate search for copper, even modern communications facilities, such as fiber-optic transmission lines and wireless communications towers that have no copper, have been sabotaged. Local landline cuts can disrupt the lives of many including businesses, public safety providers and even banking and airline operations.

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What are VoIP codecs, and how do they affect call quality?

VoIP MS

Call quality is one of the main reasons why some businesses are still hesitant to fully switch from traditional landlines to modern communication technologies like Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). This step reduces the bandwidth needed for transmission. Not all codecs support fax data transmission effectively.

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What is an IP Phone and when to use it 

VoIP MS

Unlike traditional landlines, which rely on traditional phone lines, or softphones, which operate through software on computers or mobile devices, IP phones are physical desk phones that connect directly to the internet via Ethernet or Wi-Fi. Can I use an IP phone as a normal phone? Basically, VoIP phones work just like traditional phones.

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How to send a fax online

VoIP MS

Agility: With online faxing, no landline is needed to transmit documents. Well, there are many reasonsauthenticity, agility and transmission of confidential information being a few of them. Online faxing offers convenience, security, and cost-effectiveness for businesses looking to modernize document transmission.

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What is an Analog Telephone Adapter (ATA)? 

VoIP MS

Who still uses landlines in 2025? If you don’t believe us, read this: The landline phone market is projected to reach 247.1 units per person expected in 2025), landlines remain vital in rural communities and professional settings where reliability can’t be compromised. Impressive, right?

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Choosing the Best: A Comprehensive Guide to the Top Landline Phone Services

All West Telecommunications

In the digital age dominated by smartphones and internet-based communications , it might seem like the humble landline is a relic of the past. However, the best landline phone service remains an essential tool for many households and businesses, offering unparalleled call clarity, reliability, and security. Why Choose a Landline?