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VoIP (Voice
over Internet Protocol)
5
Reasons to Choose VoIP
by Jeff Cohen
There
are many benefits and advantages to switching from PSTN-
Public Switched Telephone Network. VoIP technology is growing
and changing every day. Major corporations are transferring
their business needs over to VoIP and households worldwide
are making the switch. VoIP is produced by transferring voice
into digital data over the Internet. Because the data is
smaller compared to a standard electric unit, VoIP users
save on valuable bandwidth as well. If you have a
high-speed connection in your home, then you can utilize
VoIP. You may need to purchase some equipment, such
as a VoIP phone adapter. The phone adapter will allow you
to use all of your telephones with the VoIP technology. You
may also need to purchase a router. Most of your VoIP service
providers will supply you with the hardware that you need.
You even have the option of purchasing phones designed for
VoIP as well as Videophones that will display images while
you speak.
VoIP
is the wave of the future. Many major computer
companies have already begun to incorporate VoIP with their
Instant Messaging programs. Yahoo has also recently purchased
the VoIP Company, Dial Pad. Now, Instant Messaging programs
such as Yahoo, MSN, and AOL allow pc-pc phone calls. The
world is making the switch to VoIP, but in case you are
still unsure if VoIP is right for you, here are five benefits
to adding VoIP to your home and business.
VoIP
is Cost Efficient
Whether
for your residence or business, VoIP is just plain cheaper
then other telecommunication applications. You can reduce
cost in your home by saving on long distance and local telephone
calls. Many VoIP service providers have plans that allow
unlimited local and long distance calling. You will have
to check with various companies to see how far their unlimited
local and long distance calling areas serve. You also save
money by using VoIP throughout your house. You won’t need
to install additional phone jacks and wires, you just add
on to your VoIP system.
VoIP
will Integrate your Audio, Data, and Video Applications
VoIP
systems can integrate your telephone needs with your computer
applications such as E-mail, Fax, Web conferencing, and Video
Phone needs. This saves money and energy by combining all
of these services into one basic application. You can use
your phone and access all of your other programs at the same
time, allowing greater freedom and is a simpler way for the
home owner to utilize all of these different products.
VoIP
Provides Flexibility
VoIP
allows users tremendous flexibility. For instance, many VoIP
users can take their phone adapter with them, and use their
telephone number anywhere they have access to an Internet
connection. This includes traveling overseas, while staying
in hotels, or even camping. If you have high speed Internet,
you will be able to take phone calls on your regular number.
This is a much better solution for those with active lifestyles
compared to the expense of cell phones as well as being the
perfect solution for mobile employees and those whose jobs
require much travel.
VoIP
Users Can Choose their Own Area Codes
VoIP
providers allow users to choose their own area codes. This
is a fantastic option for those whose friends and family
all live in one particular location, and they are out of
state. By choosing your family and friend’s area code, you
are allowing them to call you, whenever they choose, and
they will not have to pay long distance charges. Their calls
will be local. Some providers extend the area codes to other
countries. This would be extremely beneficial to someone
whose friends and family are halfway across the world.
VoIP
offers Features for Free
Features
that typically cost extra with PSTN phone services are usually
bundled with VoIP unlimited calling plans. These features
include Voice Mail, Call Forwarding, Caller ID, Call Waiting,
Call Return, Call Block, and Do Not Disturb. Because of the
integration between VoIP and the Internet, many service providers
will allow you to access and control all of your VoIP phone
features through the Internet. With VoIP, users have greater
access to control all of their phone features as well as
save on charges.
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