VoIP - A Basic Introduction

Voice over IP (VoIP) technology, or IP telephony, is simply a system for transmitting telephone calls over data networks, such as the ones that make up the Internet. The efficiency, flexibility and cost savings of VoIP will be taken advantage of by a growing number of personal and corporate users. In this report we will look at the history, growth, flexibility and advantages of VoIP based systems over traditional public switched networks, (PSDN)

VoIP – Security & Emergency Services Issues – An Australian View

You only need to view a few forums or grab a few news articles to see that debates regarding encryption and other security aspects of VoIP are rife and ongoing. Whilst Skype currently receives much mention in Blogs regarding encryption, I believe this is narrow minded and an industry view approach needs to be adopted.

Internet Phone Service Results in Big Cost Savings and Many Added Benefits

Many people don't realize they now have the option to switch from land line phone service to VoIP internet phone service, or don't understand how using a broadband phone can save them money. Anyone with a cable internet connection can instantly save hundreds of dollars per year by switching to VoIP. This article explains the cost savings and tremendous benefits that can be acheived by utilizing internet phone service.

How to Choose Your VOIP Hosted PBX Provider

Key criteria to use in choosing a VOIP Hosted PBX provider

IP Telephony - The Big Wave Of Global Communication Systems?

IP telephony, or Internet Protocol telephony deploys the Internet infrastructure to transmit voice and fax calls. IP phone systems digitize voice and transmit it in the form of packets to unique IP addresses designated by the user. Slow to get off the blocks, Internet phone systems have gained significant ground in the recent years...

The Pros And Cons Of Using VoIP For Internet Phone Calls

The field of telecommunications is almost constantly in a state of rapid change and that is certainly true today as VoIP technology continues to grow in both quality and popularity. VoIP actually stands for Voice over Internet Protocol, and it is a way of transferring telephone calls across the internet to a distant computer or telephone without the use of your local telephone company.

Tips On How VoIP Internet Phone Calls Can Save You Money

One of the emerging communications technologies that is constantly improving and gaining in popularity with consumers is VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol. This technology essentially allows you to make telephone calls over the Internet using either your own telephone or your computer without the use of a local telephone company.

Is Somebody Recording Your VoIP Calls?

Do you know that someone can record every VoIP call you make or make calls from your VoIP account, without your knowledge? Are there ways to stop this from happening to you?

Security/Privacy for Home VoIP - Don't Just Think VoIP

Whilst many questions still surround security of certain aspects of VoIP usage, there are other basic security considerations which if left unaddressed will definitely leave the user vulnerable in not only the VoIP sense but with all data storage and transmission aspects.

Making a Call Using VoIP

This article begins by giving basic introduction to VoIP, and some of the benefits it offers. The main content covers the different ways that a phone call can be made using VoIP technology.

VoIP Terminology Explained For Beginners

Whilst there are obviously many more acronyms and jargon associated with VoIP, this article provides a starting point. It is suggested that this article should be read in conjunction with previous articles relating to the basics of VoIP.

VoIP - Don't Make A Crucial Mistake - Advantages vs Disadvantages

Before signing up to a VoIP provider you need to do your homework. It is crucial to examine current telecommunication costs prior to signing up with a paid VoIP provider service.

Internet Phones Can Save You Time and Money

Communication technology has advanced so rapidly and the entire industry has been revolutionized as a result of the advent of the Internet. Communication has become lot easier. These days you don’t need to wait for many hours to get a telephone line to talk to your friends and relatives living in some other country. We can easily make Internet telephone calls using the World Wide Web. Internet telephone services are a great advantage to the people

Is It Skype or is It Hype?

A vague reference to the phenomenom of skype phones.