VoIP numbers are increasingly popular

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When we talk about "a phone number in Canada," we're no longer referring to a single, monolithic type of service. The telecommunications landscape offers a diverse array of number types, each designed for specific purposes and delivered through different technologies. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for choosing the right communication solution for personal or business needs.

Mobile (Cellular) Phone Numbers:

Prevalence: These are by far the most common type of phone dataset number in Canada today, associated with smartphones and other mobile devices.
Technology: They rely on cellular networks (3G, 4G LTE, 5G) provided by carriers like Rogers, Bell, Telus, and their sub-brands.
Flexibility: Mobile numbers offer unparalleled flexibility, allowing communication on the go, often with unlimited talk, text, and varying data allowances. They are portable, meaning you can usually keep your number when switching carriers.
Use Cases: Personal communication, business on-the-go, mobile internet access, app authentication.
Landline (Traditional Wireline) Phone Numbers:

Declining Usage: While still present, especially in older homes and some businesses, traditional copper-wire landlines are less common for residential use.
Technology: They connect via physical copper lines to a central office.
Reliability: Known for their reliability during power outages (if the phone is corded and not dependent on electricity from a router) and typically clear voice quality.
Use Cases: Home phone service, fax lines, older alarm systems, often bundled with internet and TV.
VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) Phone Numbers:

Growing Popularity: for both residential and business use, offering cost savings and advanced features.
Technology: Calls are made over the internet (broadband connection). Many "home phone" services offered by internet providers are actually VoIP.
Flexibility & Features: VoIP numbers can be highly flexible, allowing calls from various devices (computer, smartphone app, dedicated VoIP phone).