Introduction
The way we make calls is changing. In fact, in many cases, things have changed. Take long-distance calls as an example. Many service providers are already using technology called Voice Over IP or VOIP. If you have never heard of VOIP before, the following article will change your perception of how you make long distance calls now and how you can make all calls in the future. Voice over IP [VOIP] is a method of converting analog audio signals into digital data that can be transmitted over the Internet.
You may ask yourself how useful this is. Think about it for a few seconds. If you can convert analog signals to digital data, VOIP can convert a standard Internet connection into a way to automatically make calls to anywhere in the world for free, except for your Internet service fees, so you can bypass the phone company altogether.
Voice over IP [VOIP] has the potential to revolutionize the way the global telephone system operates. There are many VOIP service providers that have been around for a while and are growing steadily. Today, the world's leading telecom operators are realizing the infinite possibilities of this new technology, building VOIP call centers around the world and promoting the sale of Voice over IP telephony systems.
Make a call
With the VOIP phone system, you can make a call in one of three ways:
ATA [gateway] from
- The easiest way to make a VOIP call is to use an ATA [analog phone adapter], sometimes called a gateway. These devices allow you to use existing standard analog phones. Simply plug your standard phone into the ATA [Gateway] and connect the ATA to your computer or Internet connection to make a VOIP call. The ATA takes analog signals from your standard phone and converts them into digital signals that can be transmitted over the Internet. Some ATAs [gateways] come with additional software loaded onto the host so you can configure it accurately for VOIP.
IP phone from
- These phones look just like regular standard phones. They have an RJ 45 Ethernet connector instead of a standard RJ 11 connector. These phones have all the software and hardware needed to handle already built VOIP calls. They connect directly to your router and provide a very fast and cost-effective voice over IP world.
Computer to computer from
- This is the easiest way to use VOIP technology. There are many companies that offer cost-effective software for such VOIP. Usually, the only fee you pay is the monthly fee from your internet service provider, even if it is a long distance call. You only need a microphone, speakers, a suitable sound card and a fast internet connection.
It is possible that you have already made a VOIP call without realizing it. Major telephone companies have used VOIP to route thousands of long distance calls through circuit switches and IP gateways. It is then received by the gateway at the other end and then routed to another local circuit switch. More and more companies are installing VOIP phone systems, and this technology will continue to grow and develop until it enters businesses and homes around the world.
VoIP function
Because of the use of VOIP, you can make calls anywhere you have access to a broadband connection, and users can carry their IP phone or ATA on the go and still have access to their home phone.
Some people use softphones to access their VOIP service. Softphones are specially developed software applications that load VOIP services onto a desktop or laptop. Some even have an interface on the screen that looks like a traditional phone. These softphone applications allow you to make VOIP calls from your laptop; you can access broadband connections anywhere in the world.
Most traditional phone companies charge you for the extra features added to your account. For VOIP service providers, these are usually standard configurations. Features such as:
Caller ID
2. Call waiting
3. Call transfer
4. Repeat dialing
5. Call back
6. Three-way dialing
Some VOIP service providers also offer advanced call filtering. With these additional features, you can use Caller ID information to decide how to handle calls to specific numbers. They allow you to:
1. Transfer the call to a specific number
2. Send the call directly to the voicemail
3. Give the caller a busy tone
4. Play "not online" message
Many VOIP services also allow you to check your voicemail over the Internet or attach a message to an email sent to your computer or PDA. It is best to check with VOIP phone system providers and service operators for the features they provide, as the price of packages and services varies widely.
There are many other cost-saving benefits to the simplified VOIP telephony system network. For network administrators, VOIP phone systems mean that they have only one network to maintain, not two. The portability of the telephone system is also very simple. This is because most VOIP phone systems can be configured using the web interface, which can be managed by a network administrator. The MAC [Move, Add, Change] process becomes much easier, and you don't have to call your system/service provider for every MAC you perform. All of this means lowering the ongoing costs of your company.
Another cost savings for companies implementing VOIP systems is that because multiple offices, no matter where they are in the world, are seamlessly connected, they can share many of the services that VOIP can provide, such as:
a receptionist
2. Automatic duty facilities
3. Voice mail system
Choose VOIP phone system
If you have determined that the VOIP phone system is the right step for your company, then you need to determine which existing phone devices you can keep. The potential cost savings that can be achieved by using any existing digital device is enormous. Many digital phone systems can enable IP with a small amount of hardware additions and software upgrades.
When purchasing potential systems, you need to have some of the features they provide as a standard, and these features are optional cost-added features. You also need to know exactly what is included in the system. Many vendors claim to include everything you need, but standard components may vary from company to company. Therefore, you need to ensure that the equivalent system is compared when approaching potential suppliers.
You also need to ask for compatibility with existing devices. The technology used in many VOIP systems may affect the implementation of any existing telephony hardware.
You also need to make sure that any device, such as fax machines, credit card processors, and security systems, can be integrated into the new VOIP phone system. You should let any potential supplier know about such devices so that they can provide you with the right phone system to meet your requirements.
Finally, don't try to save money by buying a second-hand VOIP phone system. Remember that VOIP is a new technology, so even last year the device was outdated. Whether the system is a new system or a used system, installation costs still apply, and service costs may even be higher due to reliability issues. In short, this is not a hassle, and higher secondary costs will eliminate any potential savings.
thanks for reading,
Jason
Orignal From: What is VoIP and how it works
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