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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.
SIP and Unified Communications Standards News
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May 26, 2017
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May'17
Genband-Sonus merger spotlights real-time communication tools
In UC news this week, Genband and Sonus are set to merge; Polycom and Zoom combine forces; and Genesys updates its contact-center platform with artificial intelligence tools.
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July 15, 2016
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Jul'16
Qumu updates video platform with Skype for Business support
In UC news this week, Qumu's video management platform now offers Skype for Business support, while Bandwidth's SIP service portfolio receives a Skype for Business certification.
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June 29, 2016
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Jun'16
Video conferencing market growth slowed by infrastructure sales
In UC news, an industry report predicts slow growth in the video conferencing market, while a study finds SMBs are embracing cloud-based tools faster than larger enterprises.
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February 25, 2016
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Feb'16
WebRTC conference to gauge the technology's progress
A WebRTC conference at Enterprise Connect will check the health of the browser-based communications technology, as many enterprises are using WebRTC without knowing it.
SIP and Unified Communications Standards Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Session Initiation Protocol (SIP)
Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) is a signaling protocol used for initiating, maintaining, modifying and terminating real-time sessions that involve video, voice, messaging and other communications applications and services between two or more ... Continue Reading
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How does cloud SIP trunking differ from traditional SIP trunking?
Traditional and cloud SIP trunking perform the same tasks of initiating and ending call sessions, but the method and costs of access create distinct differences in these services. Continue Reading
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How does embedded communication work with an IP PBX infrastructure?
Adding communications capabilities to your web browsers or mobile apps? Be sure to use the right protocols for successful interoperability with your IP PBX or telephony infrastructure. Continue Reading
Evaluate SIP and Unified Communications Standards Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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SIP protocol primer: Learn the SIP basics
With the rise of IP communications, SIP has become the standard for initiating communication across a network. Learn the basics of SIP, including how it works and why you need it. Continue Reading
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How are SIP trunking vendors differentiating their services?
SIP trunking vendors are using security features to differentiate themselves in a crowded market. Our expert explains what types of SIP trunking security you can expect. Continue Reading
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What to know before rolling out a SIP deployment
In today's communication world, SIP is a necessary tool. A report from the SIP School reveals what you need to know and how other organizations approach their SIP deployments. Continue Reading
Manage SIP and Unified Communications Standards
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Unified communications platforms lack security scrutiny
As UC platforms become more open to the outside world, IT leaders need to heed newer threats, including guest-access features, federation capabilities and cloud services. Continue Reading
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Do SIP trunking services need disaster recovery planning?
Don't forget about SIP trunking services during your disaster recovery planning process. Networking expert Michael Brandenburg explains SIP trunking setups for disaster recovery. Continue Reading
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How to calculate video conferencing bandwidth requirements
Image motion, frame rates and screen resolution often dictate video conferencing bandwidth requirements. The number of endpoints and concurrent calls are also key factors. Continue Reading
Problem Solve SIP and Unified Communications Standards 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 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
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What are the barriers to deploying SIP trunks?
What are obstacles to SIP trunking? Gartner analyst Sorell Slaymaker explained at Enterprise Connect what barriers enterprises face deploying SIP trunks. Continue Reading
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Does the rise of WebRTC apps mean the end of mobile and Web apps?
As more enterprises adopt WebRTC apps, will mobile and Web apps become a thing of the past? Expert Dave Michels explains. Continue Reading