traditional telephony
[trəˈdɪʃənəl təˈlɛfəni]
noun
telefonia tradicional
1. A telecommunications system based on circuit-switched networks that transmits voice calls over copper wires or early wireless systems, predating digital and internet-based communication technologies
Traditional telephony relies on the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) to route calls through physical infrastructure.
A telefonia tradicional depende da Rede Telefônica Pública Comutada (RTPC) para rotear chamadas através de infraestrutura física.
2. Conventional phone services provided by telecommunications companies using established analog or early digital technologies
Many businesses are transitioning from traditional telephony to VoIP systems to reduce costs.
Muitos negócios estão fazendo a transição da telefonia tradicional para sistemas VoIP para reduzir custos.
In Brazil, traditional telephony remains significant despite rapid mobile adoption, particularly in corporate environments and among older generations. The term 'telefonia fixa' (fixed telephony) is often used interchangeably. In the USA, 'POTS' (Plain Old Telephone Service) is the industry standard term. Both regions have seen dramatic shifts toward mobile and internet-based solutions since the 2000s, though traditional telephony infrastructure remains important for business continuity and emergency services.
Related Idioms & Phrases
cutting the cord - abandoning traditional telephony for mobile-only communication
hung up the phone - ended a traditional telephony call
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