AT&T has officially discontinued its nationwide 411 service for digital landlines.

With the expansion of the internet's search capabilities, information services from telecom providers have essentially become obsolete. AT&T had made the announcement about ending 411 and operator services late last year.

"Nearly all of these customers have internet access to look up this information," an AT&T spokesperson told CNN.

The move is part of a larger plan to shore up AT&T's business after the service had already ended for the company's wireless customers more than a year ago.

The service isn't completely going away, however. Customers using home landlines can still access operator-assisted services for a fee. 

Other major carriers like Verizon and T-Mobile have also instituted similar practices.

Share:
More In Business
Federal Reserve: Inflation Is, Uh, Still Up
An inflation gauge favored by the Federal Reserve increased in January, the latest sign that the slowdown in U.S. consumer price increases is occurring unevenly from month to month. (Getty Images)
Is 2024 the Most Affordable Year to Buy a New Car?
After years of price increases for cars and trucks in the United States, costs are slowing and in some cases falling, helping cool overall inflation and giving frustrated Americans more hope of finding an affordable vehicle.
Missed Out on Nvidia? Consider These 5 Chip Stocks Instead
Missed out on the Nvidia wave? Oh course you did — you’re reading this article aren’t you, instead of luxuriating on a white-sand beaches of Bali. But here are at least four other promising semiconductor stocks to add to your portfolio.
Building Lapse, a New Social Media App
Fresh off a successful funding round, co-founder of Lapse Dan Silvertown shares thoughts on regulation, privacy, and why the money for great startups is still out there.
Load More