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Festnetzanschluss

landline connection; fixed-line broadband

noun FEST-nets-an-shlus Rare
Communication Technology

Usage Note

Festnetzanschluss is a wired telephone or internet connection in a home or office, as opposed to a mobile (Mobilfunk) connection. Many households now use a Festnetzanschluss solely for internet access.

Examples

"Der Festnetzanschluss wird für das Internet und die Heimtelefonie genutzt."

Natural Translation

The landline connection is used for internet and home telephony.

Literal Translation

The fixed-net-connection is used for the internet and home-telephony.

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