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SIP network security measures
Learn about specific security measures that can protect your oganization in the event of a SIP-based network attack. This chapter details the different types of SIP attacks and discusses various security measures and solutions to protect your network... Chapter Download
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Security in a SIP network: Identifying network attacks
Learn about security in a SIP network and find out how an organization can protect itself from SIP-based VoIP and network attacks. This chapter details the different types of SIP attacks and discusses various security measures and solutions to protec... Chapter Download
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Security solutions for SIP management
Learn about specific security measures that can protect your oganization in the event of a SIP-based network attack. This chapter excerpt details specific solutions to prevent SIP attacks. Chapter Download
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SIP tutorial
Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) is becoming the signalling protocol of choice in the IP telephony, VoIP and unified communications (UC) industries. This comprehensive tutorial details the ins and outs of basic SIP operation, security, troubleshooti... Learning Guide
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Springer Handbook of Speech Processing
The Springer Handbook of Speech Processing is widely regarded as a must-read for all telecom professionals. This chapter focuses on how businesses can implement a VoIP system that exceeds expectations and far surpasses the traditional PSTN. Chapter Download
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SIP fundamentals
Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) will allow true interoperability, eventually enabling every IP-based device and application to communicate seamlessly with one another. This guide discusses some of the basics of SIP, including vulnerabilities, testi... Crash Course
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Learning guide: VoIP protocols and standards
The Israelis are credited with placing the first computer-to-computer call in 1995. Though the audio quality was poor and likened to the "voice sounds" that were transmitted during the first historical call made in 1875 by Alexander Graham Bell, this... Learning Guide
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How does VoIP work? A technical guide to functional VoIP
By now, you probably have a general idea of what VoIP is, but do you understand how it works? Do you know how many bits are in a conventional PCM voice sample or what "look-ahead" is used for? Do you know which two modes a caller can use to set up a ... Learning Center
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VoIP Learning Guide
This guide explains what VoIP is, how it's used, and how it fits into the enterprise. Check back often for updates and new additions. Learning Guide
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Coverage of VoiceCon 2005
SearchEnterpriseVoice.com recently traveled to Florida to provide you with in-depth coverage of VoiceCon 2005. Check out our extensive coverage. Special Report
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SIP Forum to showcase SIP trunking interoperability for enterprises
The SIP Forum has announced SIPconnect-IT, a live testing initiative for SIP trunking interoperability, which could lower SIP trunking costs and complexity. News | 09 Feb 2012
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SIP-based multimedia UC call center software streamlines operations
Enterprises have hesitated to adopt UC call center technology, but social media and the consumerization of IT are putting pressure on traditional voice-centric approaches. News | 14 Jul 2011
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Avaya Aura architecture, SIP trunking help healthcare system scale UC
With the Avaya Aura architecture and SIP trunking, a healthcare system centralizes and distributes UC services that were too expensive for some clinics to deploy on their own. News | 23 Mar 2011
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Virtualized SBCs lower cost of SIP trunking but lack scale
A virtualized session border controller (SBC) for the Avaya Aura platform reduces the costs of SIP trunking and eases management for small to midsized deployments, but large implementations will probably need to stick with dedicated hardware applianc... Article | 29 Jul 2010
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SIP compliance doesn't mean unified communications interoperability
SIP compliance and vendor promises of an open, standards-based unified communications architecture do not guarantee interoperability between UC vendors. Many enterprises are finding that best-of-breed, multivendor unified communications is tough to a... Article | 01 Apr 2010
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VoiceCon case studies demonstrate SIP trunking benefits
SIP trunking was a hot topic at VoiceCon this year as companies look for ways to reduce the costs and data center footprint of their voice infrastructure. A case study panel at the conference demonstrated SIP trunking benefits and challenges. Article | 26 Mar 2010
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Not all SIP yet? Session border controller can do protocol translation
SIP was supposed to standardize communications equipment, but not all organizations are all-SIP just yet, including the state of Delaware, which is using session border controllers for protocol translation between its newer Cisco and legacy Avaya sys... Article | 11 Feb 2010
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Aura will power Avaya-Nortel unified communications integration
Avaya has staked its future of retaining Nortel customers on its flagship SIP-based communications platform, Aura, as the heart of the Avaya-Nortel UC portfolio. Article | 28 Jan 2010
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SIP trunking primer
Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) trunking is the use of VoIP to help connect a traditional PBX to the Internet. SIP trunking can reduce communication costs and combine voice, video and data in a single line, allowing for unified communications capab... Article | 25 Jan 2010
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Telepresence, video conferencing interoperability focus is on user experience
Video communications vendors are inching their way toward multi-vendor telepresence and video conferencing interoperability, nudging along the technology's metamorphosis from an intra-company to an inter-company medium for enterprises, partners and c... Article | 07 Jan 2010
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New UC security threats leave UC platforms vulnerable
Ensuring UC security has grown harder as UC platforms become more open to direct Internet access. Learn how to better manage SIP trunking security, cloud services and BYOD models. Tip
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Standardizing on unified communications standards
Supporting unified communications (UC) standards is fast becoming an imperative driven by increased demand for extranet connectivity and access to UC apps beyond the firewall. Tip
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Federated identity management key to SaaS office and cloud-based UC
Federated identity management addresses the security risks associated with identity management while providing users SSO to multiple cloud-based UC services and SaaS office apps. Tip
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Connecting contact centers with SIP trunking
Contact center architects can take advantage of SIP trunking to both reduce telephone network costs and improve design flexibility. Learn about the benefits and challenges of SIP trunking for the contact center. Tip
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SIP contact centers foster integration
Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) can bolster contact center capabilities, allowing integrated communications and customer service. The implementation of SIP, however, can require a special interface and protocol translation. Tip
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When SIP trunks fail: Disaster recovery for SIP trunking
When your SIP trunks fail, do you have a disaster recovery plan for SIP trunking to support troubleshooting and resolution of SIP trunk failures, or are you solely dependent on what the carriers and/or ITSPs tell you? Tip
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When SIP trunks fail: ITSP SIP trunking disaster recovery plans
When SIP trunks fail, having a well-vetted ITSP with a strong SIP trunking disaster recovery plan is crucial. Tip
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Challenges of SIP trunking for telecom managers and network admins
The challenges of SIP trunking for network administrators include interoperability and compression issues, service availability, security, SIP trunking architectures, lack of fax services, E-911 support and SIP trunk monitoring tools. Tip
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SIP trunking ROI: Linking VoIP islands and more
The ROI for SIP trunking goes beyond linking VoIP islands. It also presents additional cost-saving scenarios by bringing enterprises beyond the voice-centric IP PBX and reducing/eliminating the dependency on the PSTN. In this tip, learn about SIP tru... Tip
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Linking VoIP islands: The value of SIP trunking
In this tip, Jon Arnold focuses on how to connect VoIP islands and how enterprises can think beyond the voice-centric nature of their IP PBXs. SIP trunking is designed to help enterprises adopt convergence technologies and services. Learn how to link... Tip
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What is the difference between a proxy server and B2BUA when it comes to SIP? How can I decide which
Learn about the differences between a proxy server and a B2BUA, when it comes to SIP, and how to decide which is the right choice for you. Ask the Expert
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How can MPLS help in VoIP implementation between a parent company and its branch offices?
Find out how MPLS helps in VoIP implementation between a parent company and its branch offices. Ask the Expert
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What is the difference between H.323 and SIP?
Learn about the differences between H.323 and SIP. Ask the Expert
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Aside from SIP, what are the other key architectural attributes for a successful unified communicati
Learn about the key architectural attributes necessary for a successful unified communications (UC) deployment. Ask the Expert
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What is the relationship between SIP and unified communications?
Learn about the relationship between Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) and unified communications (UC) in this expert response from Paul McMillan. Ask the Expert
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Is SIP necessary for a full-functioning unified communications (UC) solution?
Find out if Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) is necessary for a full-functioning unified communications (UC) solution. Ask the Expert
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Is there a difference between VoIP and IP telephony?
VoIP and IP telephony are two terms used sometimes interchangeably -- but are they really the same thing? Ask the Expert
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VoIP for the globe-trotting frequent traveler
VoIP is connectionless, making it a great option for frequent fliers. Ask the Expert
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Push-to-talk implementation using SIP protocol
How can you implement push-to-talk using SIP protocol without using a push-to-talk server? Read Carrie Higbie's suggestions for our readers in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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SIP phone quality and clarity solutions
Cabling and network issues can impact the quality of your VoIP service. Can a SIP phone solve these issues? Find out here! Ask the Expert
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SIP interoperability and video codec challenges: Can the pieces fit?
Despite SIP flexibility, true interoperability remains elusive. Marty Parker and Rivka Little discuss obstacles to SIP interoperability, why enterprises use different voice and video codecs and more. Video
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The benefits of linking VoIP islands
In this podcast, industry expert Jon Arnold explains how voice-centric IP PBXs are limited compared with converged communications, which can integrate other modes such as video, chat, email and so on. Learn about the importance of SIP trunking and ho... Podcast
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Reality Check: Five things you should know about SIP
Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) is an integral part of unified communications (UC). In this edition of Reality Check, industry expert Jon Arnold discusses five things you should know about SIP. Podcast
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Reality Check: Can you have UC without VoIP/IP PBX?
In this podcast, Tony Bradley discusses what unified communications (UC) really means and whether or not VoIP/IP PBX is a prerequisite. Tony also examines the process of implementing UC and explains why he favors a phased process over a full deployme... Podcast
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What is a VoIP media gateway?
In this Whatis.com podcast, learn about the four protocols that keep VoIP working -- H.323, SIP, MGCP and MEGACO. Podcast
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SIP Forum to showcase SIP trunking interoperability for enterprises
The SIP Forum has announced SIPconnect-IT, a live testing initiative for SIP trunking interoperability, which could lower SIP trunking costs and complexity. News
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Top unified communications definitions for UC professionals in 2011
After crunching numbers to see which unified communications definitions our readers searched for most in 2011, one thing's clear: As UC evolves, you like to return to the basics. Feature
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New UC security threats leave UC platforms vulnerable
Ensuring UC security has grown harder as UC platforms become more open to direct Internet access. Learn how to better manage SIP trunking security, cloud services and BYOD models. Tip
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Standardizing on unified communications standards
Supporting unified communications (UC) standards is fast becoming an imperative driven by increased demand for extranet connectivity and access to UC apps beyond the firewall. Tip
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SIP-based multimedia UC call center software streamlines operations
Enterprises have hesitated to adopt UC call center technology, but social media and the consumerization of IT are putting pressure on traditional voice-centric approaches. News
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Federated identity management key to SaaS office and cloud-based UC
Federated identity management addresses the security risks associated with identity management while providing users SSO to multiple cloud-based UC services and SaaS office apps. Tip
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Migrating from PSTN to SIP trunking: A primer
Replacing traditional voice circuits with SIP trunking offers cost benefits, but success requires the right SIP trunking provider and collaboration between network and UC teams. Primer
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Avaya Aura architecture, SIP trunking help healthcare system scale UC
With the Avaya Aura architecture and SIP trunking, a healthcare system centralizes and distributes UC services that were too expensive for some clinics to deploy on their own. News
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SIP video conferencing systems: A standardized approach to integration
Vendors are moving toward SIP video conferencing for system integration. Our Expert Lesson details how SIP-based video conferencing solutions lay key UC architecture groundwork. Expert Lesson
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SIP interoperability and video codec challenges: Can the pieces fit?
Despite SIP flexibility, true interoperability remains elusive. Marty Parker and Rivka Little discuss obstacles to SIP interoperability, why enterprises use different voice and video codecs and more. Video
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About SIP and Unified Communications Standards
Standards and protocols are critical to unified communications, because they are the unifying element. UC relies on open standards and protocols, such as SIP (Session Initiation Protocol), SIMPLE, AJAX, XML and SOAP, to create applications that will operate seamlessly over an IP network.