30 Mar, 15:40··
2G Shutdown Causes Worry.
Orange will stop using its 2G network in France. This affects 2.4 million users. Groups are protesting the change.
Orange plans to stop the 2G network on March 31st. Several communities will be affected by this decision. Associations are protesting the move. They say private companies made the decision alone. The groups want the government to help these users.
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Highlights
2G Shutdown Begins March 31st
Orange will start shutting down the 2G network in France.
2.4 Million Users Affected
2.4 million users depend on the 2G network.
Regulator Expresses Concerns
The regulator is worried about the impact on users.
Associations Protest Shutdown
A group is protesting the 2G and 3G shutdown.
Demand for Government Action
They want regulation and financial compensation from operators.
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