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  • What's the difference between bits and bytes?

    The differences between bits and bytes specific to telephony equipment is explained by UC strategies expert Matt Brunk in this expert response.

  • Is 'UC as a Service' the same as 'cloud UC'?

    Tom Nolle, president of CIMI Corp., explains how the terms 'UC as a service (UCaaS)' and 'cloud UC' are used in the industry in this expert response.

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    As more virtualized session border controllers are announced, it's helpful to understand the strengths and weaknesses of this delivery model.

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  • What security practices should I keep in mind when designing my VoIP network?

    SearchVoIP.com expert Carrie Higbie discusses VoIP network security implementation necessities.

  • What is the difference between CRTP and Ethernet?

    SearchVoIP.com expert panelist Carrie Higbie answers a user-submitted question that asks for a comparision of CRTP and Ethernet.

  • How can we integrate SIP softphone or IP Phone or Asterix IP PBX into our Skype accounts?

    Learn how to integrate SIP softphone or IP Phone or Asterix IP PBX into a VoIP provider account.

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    SearchVoIP.com resident guru Carrie Higbie answers a member-submitted question about SIP limitations.

  • Is a unified communications application the best fit for a teleworker environment?

    SearchVoIP.com expert Carrie Higbie suggests UC solutions for a teleworker environment.

  • What is the difference between a PSTN gateway and media gateway?

    SearchVoIP.com expert Carrie Higbie explains the differences between two types of gateways.

  • What are the criteria for evaluating an IP telephony system in a converged network?

    Learn about the criteria for evaluating an IP telephony system in a converged network.

  • Can you suggest some good open source RTP stacks for windows development?

    Learn where you can find open source RTP stacks for windows development.

  • What is the difference between analog phone equipment and an IP phone?

    SearchVoIP.com expert Carrie Higbie answers a user submitted question about the differences between analog and IP phone systems.

  • Implementing a cost-effective VoIP network

    SearchVoIP.com expert Carrie Higbie answers a user submitted question about economical ways to employ a VoIP network in an educational institution.

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    SearchVoIP.com expert Carrie Higbie answers a user submitted question about the differences between VoIP and IMS clients.

  • Can SIP and H.323 run simultaneously on a Cisco CallManager?

    SearchVoIP.com expert Carrie Higbie answers a user submitted question about Cisco CallManager's multitasking capabilities.

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    SearchVoIP.com expert Carrie Higbie answers a user submitted question about making the decision between two IP telephony providers.

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    Learn how to implement an encryption algorithm in PBX software.

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    Are there options, other than VoIP, hybrid or a traditional PBX, for enterprise-level communications?

  • What VoIP certifications does a system administrator need?

    What certifications should a traditional PBX system administrator acquire for the inevitable leap to VoIP? Many of the current system administrators do not have a network background.

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