Quote from: dircom on June 01, 2013, 10:38:57 AM
You are talking about one example. I am talking statistically speaking.
But you're not citing any statistics. You're just basically offering your opinion, probably based on anecdotal stories you have heard. And what I am saying is that I have heard similar anecdotal stories about PSTN-delivered 911. The one I cited is probably the most heartbreaking example I recall, but their have been others. In fact it's not that uncommon to see a story where no one in a particular area can reach 911 for some period of time, usually due to a fiber cable cut which often involves a backhoe.
Further, telco reliability is getting worse if anything - many telcos just don't much care about PSTN service anymore. Whereas VoIP 911 is in all likelihood getting better, statistically speaking, but then it would have to considering it essentially started at zero several years ago.
Basically, it boils down to the fact that you BELIEVE that PSTN-delivered 911 is better, and there are probably many people who share that belief. But it may be only that, just a belief, based on things as they used to be but not recognizing the reality that some phone companies just don't give a rat's ass about the PSTN anymore. Plus, in many jurisdictions, you can't even sue the telcos if they drop the ball on 911, because their tariffs have some language in them that relieves them from direct liability. They might get a slap on the wrist and a small fine by some state regulator, but that will hardly be of comfort to you if you are the one that couldn't reach 911.