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  • What is a call park phone feature and how does it work?

    UC expert, Matt Brunk, explains a call park phone feature, how it works and how it compares to a visual call park feature in this expert response.

  • What drivers are funding the growth of video platforms?

    There are four drivers that are spurring video interest and funding the procurement of video platforms, says Nemertes Research's Irwin Lazar.

  • Why is VoIP quality of service a challenge?

    Voice over IP quality of service can be tricky due to a variety of factors that influence its performance, says VoIP expert Jon Arnold.

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  • I heard it's difficult to get VoIP through a firewall. Is there any way that it could be done?

    Can you get VoIP service through a firewall? Find out in this expert response.

  • How can I improve VoIP call sound quality?

    VoIP call quality issues range from echo to jitter and latency, and can be solved using the tips in this expert response.

  • What can a VoIP phone do that a landline phone cannot?

    This expert response outlines the basic differences between a VoIP phone and a POTS phone.

  • What is the difference between B2BUA and proxy in SIP protocol?

    Find out the differences between a B2BUA like Asterisk, and a proxy when installed in a SIP protocol.

  • Implementing an IP phone system in a SMB

    Learn how to implement an IP phone system in your SMB in this expert response.

  • What kind of hardware is required for unified communications if there is already a SIP network in pl

    Find out what hardware is required for a unified communications system if SIP is already in place.

  • How does the Cisco Call Manager VOIP system compare to Mitel's 3300 VOIP system?

    Learn about the differences between Cisco and Mitel's VoIP systems in this expert response.

  • When using VoWIP, how are the free space transmissions between the hand set and the AP secured?

    Learn about VoWIP security encryption in this expert response from ATE panelist Carrie Higbie.

  • VoIP network assessment tips

    Find VoIP network assessment tips in this expert response from ATE panelist Carrie Higbie.

  • What is the easiest way to set up an IP phone over an office WAN?

    SearchVoIP expert Carrie Higbie answers a member-submitted question about connecting an IP phone to an office WAN from home.

  • Can Asterisk interact with other vendor-specific PBXes?

    Can Asterisk interact with other vendor-specific PBXes?

  • Can you implement VoIP without VoIP phones?

    Learn how to configure a VoIP network without having to buy IP phones in this expert response.

  • 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.

  • What are the benefits of SIP trunking over T1 trunking?

    In this expert response, learn why SIP trunking is preferable over older implementations.

  • How do I solve drifting issues in my VoIP network?

    Drifting is a common problem faced in VoIP implementations. Find out how to diagnose and solve your drift issues in this expert response.

  • What equipment is needed to set up a VoIP network from a new satellite service?

    Learn what equipment is needed to set up a new VoIP network with satellite service in this expert response from ATE panelist Carrie Higbie.

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

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

  • 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.

  • Why is SIP not good for transporting large amounts of data?

    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.

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