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What is a codec? The word codec comes from mashing together the functions of compressing (co) and decompressing (dec) analog sound into digital bits for use by computers and networks. There are literally hundreds of audio codecs -- pieces of computer code -- available today and embedded in any device that plays sound, from a simple MP3 player to the hottest smart phones. Some are open source and free while others are proprietary and/or patented, requiring licensing ...

How Does Video Conferencing Work? Describing a Video Conference can be as basic as an IP address -to-IP address connection and as complex as fully-immersive Telepresence with a musical score, a full data presentation, and full-heighted conference participants. It is somewhere in the middle that most Video Conferences fall, and so this is the imagery I will use. Uncomplicated It is incredibly important to note that there is no complicated call initiation with Video Conferencing systems bec...

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Frequently Asked Questions - Basic VoIP Question 1: What is VoIP? Answer:   Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) - technology that enables one to make and receive phone calls through the Internet instead of using the traditional analog PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) lines. Question 2: What are the advantage of VoIP over analog PSTN lines? Answer:   The primary main advantage of VoIP over PSTN lines is cost (it's cheaper!) Other advantages of V...

So you've got some HD voice-capable phones and you want to make the move from G.711 narrowband into wide world of wideband. How will that affect your network? How do HD voice phones "talk" to other HD voice phones in your organization, other organizations, and the PSTN/POTS? The three keywords here are bandwidth, transcoding, and interconnection. And you really only need to worry about one of the three. Bandwidth If you are currently using G.711 to carry VoIP traffic, the codec ...

Desktop Versus Room Video Conferencing The Company-Wide Deployment Welcome to the Video Conferencing VERSUS. Today we are discussing the choice between a Desktop and a Conference Room system deployment for your organization. So you want to deploy Video Conferencing in your company and you have been tasked with choosing whether to buy a system for your conference room, a personal system for each user, or both. If you are feeling overwhelmed, you can rest assured that we will help you to ful...

HD voice is a technology that delivers at least twice the sound as compared to a typical voice phone call delivered on a landline through the world's analog circuit-switched phone network. "Plain old phone service" or POTS to be hip; Public switched telephone network or PSTN if you're more formal Real world benefits from HD voice include: Better comprehension and clarity, especially in long detailed and/or technical discussions ...

Your local network & Internet Connection Your Calling Habits The PSTN Your disaster plan A premise or hosted phone system & VoIP service Your calling rates Your VoIP hardware Your budget & ROI In-house talent to maintain the system Getting all of the pieces to the puzzle Remember when you were a kid how much fun you'd have putting together a jigsaw puzzle? Your whole family would gather around the kit...

Frequently Asked Questions - Network Equipment Question 1: What are VoIP Gateways? Answer:   VoIP Gateways are devices that take analog voice signals and convert them to IP for transport over the LAN or WAN.  Question 2: What are FXO and FXS ports? Answer:   Foreign Exchange Office (FXO) ports are interfaces used to connect with the central office or PSTN analog lines. Foreign Exchange Station (FXS) ports are interfaces used to connect with end user devices (e....

You’ll need to know about video conferencing system components, data compression, data transfer, video conferencing standards and types of video conferencing to fully appreciate how video conferencing actually works. What are the System Components? The core of a video conferencing system consists of elements that enable the capture and transfer of video images and audio sounds. These elements are: Video input – 2 or more video cameras or web cams; possibly digital projectors / whiteboa...

Frequently Asked Questions - VoIP Calls Question 1: Do I need a computer to make/receive VoIP calls? Answer:   The answer depends on whether or not you will be using a softphone with your VoIP integration. VoIP does not require any computer to make/receive phone calls (only ATA devices or IP phones). If softphones are used instead of physical phones or ATA devices, then computers are needed. Question 2: Can I surf the web during VoIP calls? Answer: Yes, VoIP allows web sur...

Broadvoice is a leading VoIP provider specializing in business phone services. They are experts in state-of-the-art business phone systems. Broadvoice's cloud technology can expand or contract with the growth of any business and save them more money. With little or no IT support required, Broadvoice phone systems are second-to-none in the field of business communication technology. Broadvoice   Communicator now  includes a beta version of  video   calling! ...

Everything is going IP these days . The same is true for businesses across the world. From voice to video surveillance systems businesses across the world are migrating their legacy analog systems to those that are IP based. Of course, the time tested method for sending and receiving important business documents – fax – is also undergoing this migration. What is Fax over IP (FoIP) or eFaxing? Fax over IP (also known as FoIP) refers to the method and technology of...

Why Broadvoice?     Full featured and value prized with geo-redundant network for seamless calling     International unlimited calling plans to 72 countries     Cloud hosted VoIP & SIP Trunking with tight QoS delivery via SDWan   Broadvoice   Communicator now  includes a beta version of  video   calling!  This feature is perfect for small team communication, allowing group chats to move to  v...

Video Conferencing (AKA Telepresence) is the next big thing in business communications. Make no mistake, Video Conferencing is not simply a high-tech replacement for the conference phone, it is an eternal solution to many communications shortcomings in business, and a wishing well overflowing with ROI. Forget your Object Fixation - a little creativity goes a long way when using Video Conferencing. Make sure to read Benefits of Video Conferencing , for a list of applicable video-based solution...

Your VoIP gateway can be simple Or it can be a complex nightmare… You're a smart person. You want to avoid the tossing, turning and sleepless nights that a VoIP gateway can cause. But how do you avoid a complex nightmare? Simple. You start by educating yourself about VoIP gateways. Exactly what the information below well help you do. So read on and avoid turning your VoIP gateway into a nightmare. What is a VoIP gateway? A VoIP gateway is a piece o...

1. What is a VoIP Adapter? 2. FXS and FXO Ports 3. How does a VoIP Adapter Work? 4. VoIP Protocols 5. Voice Codecs 6. The Types of VoIP Adapters 7. Features of a VoIP Adapter   VoIP adapters are simple devices - But they are critical for residential VoIP service. That's why it's important to understand VoIP adapters before you purchase one. What's the best way for you to do that? Why it's to learn more about VoIP adapters! Hop...

What is a VoIP Phone and How Does it Work? If you want the best VoIP calling experience, it's not just about your VoIP service—your VoIP phone plays a crucial role, too. Let's explore what a VoIP phone is, how it works, and the major components that make up this essential device. What Is a VoIP Phone? A VoIP phone is a telephone equipped with IP (Internet Protocol) technology that works with VoIP services or systems to make and receive calls. Unlike traditional phones, which...

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