IP Telephony
IP telephony (Internet Protocol telephony) is a general term for the technologies that use the Internet Protocol's packet-switched connections to exchange voice, fax, and other forms of information that have traditionally been carried over the dedicated circuit-switched connections of the public switched telephone network (PSTN).. See complete definition.
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UCaaS vs. CPaaS: Weighing Cloud UC Deployment Options
Featuring advice from industry experts at Nemertes Research, West Gates Networks & Frost & Sullivan, this guide explores differences between UCaaS and CPaaS tech, and key features of UCaaS to help you make a more informed buying decision and reap all the benefits of cloud UC.
IP Telephony News
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October 31, 2019
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Oct'19
New telephony controls coming to Microsoft Teams admin center
More controls are coming to the Microsoft Teams admin center, but enterprises will have to wait a bit longer for the large-scale configuration tools they need.
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October 25, 2019
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Oct'19
UCaaS vendor Intermedia adds Telax CCaaS to portfolio
Intermedia, cloud-based unified communications vendor, has added CCaaS to its portfolio through its acquisition of Telax.
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September 12, 2019
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Sep'19
Poly targets huddle rooms with Trio 8300
Poly has designed the Trio 8300 for huddle rooms that fit no more than five people. The vendor released a video system targeted at the same market earlier this year.
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August 23, 2019
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Aug'19
Cisco adds UC headset management to IT console
Cisco is accelerating its push into the UC headset market with the release of new analytics and management tools for IT administrators.
IP Telephony Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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VoIP migration requires telephony network planning, security scrutiny
A PBX to VoIP migration requires careful planning to ensure call quality. Learn how to ready the network, evaluate architecture options and set the right security policies. Continue Reading
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How well do you understand UC cloud SLAs?
Getting the right unified communications cloud SLA can be difficult for organizations. This quiz covers the essentials of SLAs, from the basic components to IT's role. Continue Reading
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network protocols
Network protocols are sets of established rules that dictate how to format, transmit and receive data so computer network devices -- from servers and routers to endpoints -- can communicate regardless of the differences in their underlying ... Continue Reading
Evaluate IP Telephony Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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What are the benefits of 5G VoIP?
5G VoIP will have some noticeable benefits over its earlier 4G iteration. Learn how 5G rollouts could improve the VoIP experience with high capacity and low latency. Continue Reading
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Choosing SIP vs. PRI: What are the differences?
SIP trunking and PRI both facilitate voice communications, but through very different capabilities. Learn the pros and cons of SIP vs. PRI, from costs to deployment models. Continue Reading
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Office 365 and G Suite gain market share for cloud telephony services
Cloud office suites are growing in popularity among organizations buying enterprise telephony services, according to the latest UCaaS Magic Quadrant report. Continue Reading
Manage IP Telephony
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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How do you plan for replacing a business phone system?
A few factors can indicate it's time to replace a business phone system. Learn when it may be time to switch and how to decide on a course of action. Continue Reading
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Test your PBX and phone system for Kari's Law compliance
Starting in 2020, multiline phone systems must comply with Kari's Law. Learn what requirements your phone system must meet and how to test for Kari's Law compliance. Continue Reading
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Should you keep your SIP trunk carrier when migrating to UCaaS?
Migrating UC to the cloud doesn't mean leaving your SIP trunk carrier behind. Learn how bringing your own SIP to cloud services can benefit your business. Continue Reading
Problem Solve IP Telephony Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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How can organizations address VoIP security threats?
An unguarded VoIP system could be vulnerable to attack. Learn what security measures can help prevent VoIP security threats from affecting your organization. Continue Reading
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ATB Financial banks on cloud communications platform
For ATB Financial, RingCentral's cloud communications platform offered mobility, integration and legacy support to help modernize its dated telephony infrastructure. Continue Reading
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How do I troubleshoot SIP configurations to solve service issues?
When your SIP service isn't connecting properly, process of elimination will help you determine if the issue lies in your configuration or elsewhere on the network. Continue Reading