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Broadband VoIP Phone Service Articles
This is a list of news stories and articles dealing with the world of Voice over IP, also known as VoIP. VoIP allows an internet user to make local and long distance telephone calls over the internet using their regular telephone.
In the old days, pre 2003, VoIP technology and line compression technology didn't allow for any type of consistent quality when making telephone calls over the internet. Now, though, even businesses are starting to use internet based phone systems because of the tremendous cost savings, and the huge increase in quality that has been achieved over the past 18-24 months by companies such as Vonage and Packet8.
An Introduction to VoIP - Internet Phone Service
By: Debbie Jacobsen
VoIP is a technical acronym meaning Voice Over Internet Protocol. It specifies a set of “procedures” which make it possible for real time voice conversations to be made over the internet.
The technology...
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VoIP Pros and Cons
By: Jason Hahn
Pros
One advantage of using VoIP is the cost of the service. Phone service using VoIP costs less than similar service offered from traditional phone services, especially in regards to long distance telephone...
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A Simple Guide To VoIP?
By: Chris Marshall
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) allows you to make basic communications functions, such as voice calls, voice messaging and facsimile over the internet instead of the traditional telephone network.
You...
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Chinese Telecommunication Regulations to Trample VoIP
By: L. Winslow
The Chinese government is starting to set telecommunication regulations and rules and they should not be too surprising because they are very much interested in controlling what goes on inside their...
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VoIP and Home Alarm Systems
By: Michael Salerno
Imagine this scene, you are home alone at night, and just drifting off when suddenly… you hear something. Glass shatters and you are jolted awake by an unmistakable bump in the night. You rise out of bed...
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Bandwidth 101....Understanding Loop, Port And More
By Michael Lemm
Posted: April 9, 2007
Here's the scenario....you're in need of increased bandwidth to meet your
business voice and/or data applications. You're targeting T1 or DS3 as your
solution...without a router (let's say you already have one or will get one
seperate from the bandwidth provider).
Before you go out and jump at the first "attractive" offer you
see.....there's a few things you need to understand. Particularly the terms
Loop and Port....as well as "dedicated" and "shared" connections.
Otherwise....you risk paying more for something you don't really need. Or
worse yet....paying less for something that doesn't do what you must have.
So here we go....now pay attention and take notes...
Broadvox VoIP
Posted: January 29, 2007
VoIP is becoming an increasingly popular method of communication in both company and personal circles. As businesses struggle to keep up with the financial demands and desired convenience of running some of the most important aspects of the workplace, VoIP is satisfying more and more needs for employee, employer and client. One of the leaders in this advanced realm of contact is Broadvox, which offers an impressive phone service through their broadvox voice over IP.
What is Broadvox?
Whether a carrier is in need of a phone service to turn towards or a service provider is looking for a switch, broadvox voice over IP is there to help. Many users praise the wide-range of features and services that Broadvox has to offer; including bulk VoIP minutes and satisfying hosted telephony. When it comes to serving the North American public and delivering high-quality service, broadvox voice over IP goes beyond the call of duty, pushing the envelope in client satisfaction. How many companies do you know are willing to aid competing service providers with the building and launching of their own VoIP systems? Read the rest of the Broadvox article.
Norstar Phone Systems
Posted: January 19, 2007
Whether a large company is in need of IP telephony or a member of the healthcare industry is looking to enhance their communication capabilities, Norstar products and services are able to lend a hand. With an assortment of telephony solutions that complement the smallest of businesses to the government, Norstar allows advancements in computer, voicemail, fax, email and telephone to conveniently merge at a comfortable desktop setting.
Norstar Products
For those looking for an entrance into high-quality business solutions, Norstar phone systems are known to boost any call center to small office production. Beyond the superb Norstar telephone system, there is a wide range of products delivered to businesses across the world.
Business series terminals; call centers; efficient messaging, customer contact solutions, integrated communication systems and Norstar VoIP gateways are just some of the things a company can benefit from when dealing with Norstar phone systems and more. Read the rest of the Norstar article.
What is IP Telephony?
Posted: January 19, 2007
It is no wonder that IP Telephony is the latest and greatest technology of the internet age. Just about everything we do from working to research and homework, all the way to shopping and making hotel reservations, the internet is a giant part of our lives. It just seems natural that now we can combine the internet with our phone services. IP telephone is nothing more than the transmission of faxes and voice telephone communication via the internet.
Internet telephony has changed the way we make telephone calls today and on a regular basis. It has begun to take the telephone market over and away from traditional telephone companies. For instance, there are free IP telephone software available that allows you to make absolutely free telephone calls, anywhere in the world, which certainly beats the charges that you often find on your telephone bill. Soon, telephone companies will be a thing of the past, as will paying outrageous charges for long distance telephone calls. Read the rest of the ip telephony article.
What is Skype Jan 22, 2007:
What is Skype telephony service, what types of services does Skype offer, who can use the service and what types of equipment are needed?
Business Internet Phone Service Jan 18, 2007:
Read about the pros and cons of business voip service. Article also includes information on the three types of voice over IP phone systems currently in use by businesses today.
Cisco Phones Dec 27, 2006:
Cisco offers a ton of voice over IP phones. Check out the phone systems Cisco offers before buying a new phone system for your office, home or business.
Will Vonage Work For You? Dec 21, 2006:
What is needed to get Vonage voice over IP phone service working in your home? Is Vonage right for you, and if so, will it save you any money?
What Makes Packet8 Different? Dec 19, 2006:
How Packet8 voip phone service works, what makes it different and where you can get it.
How Does Sunrocket Work? Dec 19, 2006:
How Sunrocket voice over IP phone service works, why it works and where you can get it.
FCC Requires a Better 911 System for VoIP Users May 19, 2005:
Protocol (VoIP) providers to provide a reliable 911 system to their customers. The measure will also require that state and local governments to levy taxes on VoIP providers in exchange for providing access to 911 dispatchers. VoIP providers have 120 days to improve the current 911 situation.
CRTC Rules to Regulate VOIP May 18, 2005:
The Canadian-Radio-Television and Communications Commission (CRTC) ruled to regulate Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), claiming that it is telephone service rather than an Internet service.
VoIP Business is Booming May 12, 2005:
Voice over Internet Protocol is on the rise, are you on board? In 2004 VoIP services brought in .3 billion in sales and is expected to bring in billion by 2009 in North America, according a recent report by Infonetics Research and NewMarket Technology Inc. VoIP currently represents one percent of wireline carriers in North America but with new technologies such as better security and service bundling, Infonetics predicts that VoIP service will continue to be on the rise.
Congress Will Look at VoIP Vulnerabilities May 11, 2005:
The Cyber Security Industry Alliance (CSIA) has asked the Congress to examine the vulnerabilities that Voice over Internet Protocol has and provide security recommendations when looking at the Telecommunications Act of 1996.
VoIP and 911: A Bright Future May 09, 2005:
After numerous lawsuits, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and its leading provider, Vonage is attempting to tackle the seriousness of the 911 problems associated with Internet phone service.
CRTC to Regulate VoIP?? May 09, 2005:
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission or the CRTC is expected to make a decision regarding the regulation of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) or not by May 12th, 2005. If passed VoIP phone services would be regulated like traditional phone services including regulation of prices, which is a driving factor in VoIP sales.
What is Broadband Phone Service and How Does VoIP Work? May 05, 2005:
Learn how broadband internet phone service works and how you can save a ton of money with voice over IP as compared to regular local and long distance telephone service.
Scientific-Atlanta Selects Broadcom Chips and Software for VoIP Telephone Adapters Nov 29, 2004:
Broadcom announced today, through PRnewswire, that Scientific-Atlanta is using their VoIP chips and software for the development of VoIP adapters. This provides an outstanding business opportunity for both Broadcom and Scientific-Atlanta since the number of worldwide broadband IP telephony subscribers is expected to grow to 10 million in 2005 and surge to 25 million households worldwide by 2008, according to In-Stat/MDR.
SunRocket Announces First [Voice Over IP] Full-Year, Flat-Fee Home Phone Service in Telecom History Nov 29, 2004:
"SunRocket, the "no gotcha" phone company, today announced that for the first time in telecommunications history, consumers across the country will be able to pay a 9 flat-fee and receive 12 months of all-inclusive home phone service. Continuing SunRocket's pledge to bring consumers a risk-free, easy-to-try, and simple-to-use Internet phone service, there are no hidden fees, no termination penalties and "no gotchas"."
SBC's Voice Over IP Charges to Consumers Questioned by FCC Nov 26, 2004:
The FCC's Chairman, Michael K. Powell, issued statements on Friday, November 26, 2004, that bring into question SBC's practices and charges concerning their VoIP offerings to customers and client companies alike.
Vonage's DigitalVoice is not Subject to Traditional State Public Utility Regulations Nov 9, 2004:
"The [FCC] Commission also stated that other types of IP-enabled services, such as those offered by cable companies, that have basic characteristics similar to DigitalVoice would also not be subject to traditional state public utility regulation."
8x8 Partners with Cognigen Networks, Inc. to Offer Packet8 VoIP and VideoPhone Services Sep 22, 2004:
"8x8, Inc. (Nasdaq: EGHT), the Packet8 broadband voice over internet protocol (VoIP) and videophone communications service provider, announced it has signed an agreement with Cognigen Networks, Inc., an Internet-enabled marketer of communication services with more than 150,000 independent agents."
BraodVox Now Offering Unlimited VoIP Service for .95 Per Month Oct 01, 2004:
The Broadvox Voice Over IP Phone Company announced today that it has lowered the price
of its unlimited residential plus calling plan to .95 per month from .95 per month. The new
pricing became effective on September 30th at midnight. Order BroadVox VoIP Service
Plans To Implement Voice Over Internet Protocol Soar, According To Global Survey Of Senior Executives Sep 22, 2004:
"A majority of corporate executives now predict that they will implement voice over Internet protocol (VoIP), according to a new survey and report on networking and business strategy from AT&T in co-operation with the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)."
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