Proximus switches off copper network for 792,000 addresses: what does this mean for your subscription?
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Proximus, the largest telecom operator in Belgium, will soon switch off the copper network at 792,000 addresses. This means that the old copper telephone lines can no longer be used. Instead, new technologies will take their place, such as fibre optic or the newer mobile networks.
For many customers, this change affects their subscription. Anyone who today uses a landline phone or internet over the copper network will need to switch to another connection in time. Proximus says customers will be warned in good time. This way, they can prepare for the switch and know what they need to do.
The move fits into a wider European plan to replace old networks with faster and more modern connections. Fibre optic offers higher speeds and is more stable than copper. The energy use of modern networks is also often lower. That is why many telecom companies are choosing to phase out the copper network step by step.
Customers who are unsure whether their home is ready for the switch are advised to contact their operator. This way, they will know which options are available and whether there are any extra costs involved. It is important to respond in time, so that the internet and phone service is not interrupted.
Sources: HLN
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