Compare VoIP and PSTN
A seamless communication environment, where the limitations of time & distance would be eliminated is surely the ultimate objective behind newer inventions in the communication arena. VoIP technology holds great promise as it keeps evolving itself by providing newer applications.
But has VoIP truly arrived and is it completely ready to replace PSTN? That’s the big question. To know the answer we have to peep a little deeper into the technological aspects of them and try to know their real worth.
PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network): It’s the existing system based on circuit switching, the silent features
Advantages:
1) Well established technology
2) Easy maintenance
3) Hassle free set-up process
4) Simplicity in usage procedures
Disadvantages:
1) Dedicated line required to complete a call
2) Limited scalability
3) Optimum usage of bandwidth not possible
4) Monthly fees applicable for maintenance
5) Higher call charges
VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol): The latest technology on the block, it employs the packet switching method of data transmission leading to an ... Read More >>