What Is VoIP and How Does It Work?
Posted on January 8, 2007
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VoIP stands for Voice Over Internet Protocol. Basically what VoIP allows you to do is to call anyone, anywhere using your computer via software from a VoIP service provider.
The only stipulation is that you and the party you are calling must have an internet connection. In short, a high speed internet connection such as DSL, Cable, or Broadband that will enable you to call anyone for free.
How does it work? Using a modified interpretation it works like this. Voice calls through the internet become digitized, compressed and encapsulated into data packets which transmit the information. Thus, when you call a certain party, that particular packet will decompress and the voice will return back to you. While the explanation may not be simple, the end result is that calling via the internet, whether or not the person you are calling has the same service, or using a land line phone – can be done effectively and efficiently.
While calls from the internet to land line phones are fee-based, it is still lower than using your traditional phone to make long distance calls. You can determine, by researching all of the different VoIP services, which provider affords you the best package to meet your needs.
We informed you what VoIP is and how it works. While, for some, this technology may sound too complicated, remember back to a time when computers were first introduced.
It seemed as if the challenge to operate this type of machine was insurmountable. However, over the years you have learned, upgraded and enhanced your internet experience.
VoIP is just another medium whereby you will not only save money, but enjoy the interaction between you, your family and your friends. In addition, you will be introduced to some very creative gadgets and VoIP phones to enhance your VoIP experience.
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