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VoIP Softphones: Comparison Between The Top 5

By Alex Pritsert January 14, 2018

Without a doubt, the new generation of VoIP Softphones has revolutionized the industry by allowing real-time, high-quality free calls to be carried out across devices. Furthermore, voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) has become a vital tool for many businesses and companies. With that in mind, this is an in-depth comparison between some of the most notable VoIP softphones available today. 1. Call.Center Call.center is compatible with various operating systems, call.center is definitely one of the most multifaceted VoIP Softphones available right now. Using a single SIP line across various desktop and mobile devices, this app allows you to seamlessly take VoIP calls no matter where or when. In addition to having a variety of useful functionalities, this app aims at simplifying the configuration, management and secure deployment of your VoIP services. Due to its compatibility with various operating systems and devices, it may be somewhat difficult to install and configure.…

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VoIP Events You Don’t Want to Miss

By Carlota Vilalva December 4, 2017

Are you part of the VoIP industry or just interested in the subject? Are you wondering what the VoIP market is up to? Do you want to keep your strategy ahead of the game? Are you concerned about the future of cloud communications? If so, you should start attending VoIP events and conferences, after all, it is the best way for you to stay up-to-date with the latest VoIP news, innovations, trends, and at the same time engage in high-quality networking. There are hundreds of telecom conferences around the world, but here are our top must-attend VoIP events: IT EXPO This event was first held 18 years ago and it is still one of the industry’s most important annual starting points. With its content and participants continuously evolving with the marketplace, is it one of the only VoIP events dedicated to solutions that drive communications transformation for the enterprise mid-market,…

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VoIP: Who Invented this Revolutionary Technology?

By Carlota Vilalva November 27, 2017

Telecommunication has changed significantly since Alexander Graham Bell’s created the first practical telephone model in 1876. While there have been changes in design, function, features and much more, few can argue that there are any changes bigger than the move to VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) technology. This new invention has not only produced the emerging VoIP market, but it is also leading to the take over of traditional phone systems. Who is the man behind VoIP? None of this would be possible without Alon Cohen. Born in Israel in 1962, his multiple patents have both created and improved on Internet telecommunications. Let’s look into who Alon Cohen is, how he developed this technology and how it has changed the face of phones and audio communications forever. Beginnings Creating the VoIP industry was not on Alon Cohen’s mind when he first started learning about technology. In fact, it wasn’t even the…

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What is a Softphone? VoIP Review has the answer!

By Gideon Hack November 27, 2017

With the rate at which the VoIP industry is expanding, there is no doubt that everyone has heard of the term softphone in recent years. Even though most people might not even know what it is, they are certainly aware of the word. They might even be using one already without realizing it. So What is a Softphone Exactly? A softphone (software telephone) is a software program for making phone calls over the Internet using a computer, tablet or smartphone rather than using dedicated hardware. It is often designed to look and behave like a traditional telephone, with a display panel and buttons for the user to interact with, much like a standard phone interface. Most softphones work in conjunction with a headset and microphone that is connected to the computer. Softphone applications can be downloaded from a wide variety of providers and are available for a range of operating systems such as Windows,…

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What is VoIP Technology? Definition by VoIP Review

By Carlota Vilalva November 15, 2017

It would seem quite strange if, by now, you haven’t heard the term VoIP or VoIP technology before, considering it has been named nothing less than the most successful technology of the last decade! If you indeed aren’t familiar with it, chances are big you’re already using it without knowing. And if you are aware of the term, but don’t know what it is or what it means, you’re in the right place. Meaning Voice over Internet Protocol, VoIP is a revolutionary technology that delivers voice communications and multimedia sessions over Internet Protocol (IP) networks, such as the Internet. In more simple words, it is an alternative and cheaper way of making and receiving phone calls. Other terms such as Internet telephony, broadband telephony, and broadband phone service specifically refer to the supply of voice, fax SMS, voice-messaging and other communication services over the Internet, instead of via the PSTN (public switched telephone network). How does VoIP…

Best VoIP Books for Consumers

By Gisele Dahis November 14, 2017

Are you interested in the VoIP industry and want to learn more about VoIP? There are plenty of VoIP books out there that come in all sizes and some more technical than others. There are volumes that provide a simple straightforward review of VoIP, others cover the use of VoIP for both home and business networks, and a few of them even discuss security issues relating to voice and data networks. There is also a good deal of guides that explain how to evaluate, select, and install VoIP systems. But if you’re not crazy about looking and analyzing through hundreds of technical large VoIP books before finding the one you need, check out the list of our 10 favorite VoIP books for consumers. The Best 10 Books on VoIP VoIP For Dummies: By Timothy V. Kelly Low-cost and written in a clear and engaging way, VoIP For Dummies is one of…

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5 VoIP Features That Will Benefit Your Business

By Alex Pritsert November 4, 2017

The first VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) services were launched in 2004, and since then the technology has come a long way with new VoIP features being added each year. VoIP allows users to make and receive free voice and video calls from and to anywhere over the Internet. In recent years VoIP providers have discovered increasingly innovative uses for VoIP technology that are helping all size businesses to be more productive, scalable and cost-efficient simultaneously. Here are the five innovative VoIP features that your business should consider: 1. Interactive voice recognition Whenever you call a company and are greeted by a pre-recorded voice asking you to select the reason for your call, it means company uses an interactive menu based on a VoIP system. Interactive VoIP menus have integrated this voice recognition software to provide a more intuitive means for users to choose options. Very soon, you will be…

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The Net Neutrality Debate Affects the VoIP Industry

By Alex Pritsert October 30, 2017

The term net neutrality, which pops up in Internet debate every few years, is the belief that all data on the Internet should be treated the same way by the Internet service providers (ISPs) and governments that regulate most of the Internet. The term suggests that there should be no discrimination and prices should not depend on user, content, website, platform, or application. There is always an uproar about the subject every time the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) submits a new rule on the topic, but then the matter quickly fades away. This ongoing cycle has resulted in tired businesses and consumers that have become insensitive towards the issue. However, they must not forget that most businesses now rely on the Internet for various workflows, and therefore any changes in the rules of net neutrality can significantly affect the VoIP industry and way companies function, particularly VoIP providers, since they…

SS7 vs VoIP: The Past and Future of Communications

By Alex Pritsert October 30, 2017

When we talk about the future of corporate communication networks, most experts point to VoIP technology as the future. However, many companies still opt for older platforms that, although offering fewer features, can still be quite reliable. The most famous of them goes by the name of SS7. But what are the fundamental differences between VoIP and SS7? In this article, we will examine what each of these technologies does, their advantages and disadvantages, and in what situations they present themselves as the best options for the communication structure of companies around the world. SS7: An old technology, but it may still be necessary SS7 is the abbreviation for Signalling System 7: a digital network dedicated and used for initializing and controlling voice calls. Each signaling point on the SS7 network is uniquely identified by numeric point code. These are loaded in signaling messages exchanged between signaling points in order…

Top 10 VoIP Specialists to Follow on Social Media

By Gisele Dahis October 30, 2017

If you are working or interested in the VoIP technology industry and looking for some insights, tips, and trends on the market- then these are the 10 VoIP specialists in that you should be paying attention to on social networks. The slideshow below gives you a short biographical summary of each expert. For more information and links to their social media profiles, please scroll down. [cycloneslider id=”top-ten”] Jeff Keni Pulver – VoIP Market Specialist and Entrepreneur The North American Internet entrepreneur, Jeff Keni Pulver, is the co-founder of some of the best-known companies in the VoIP market, such as Free World Dialup, MoNage, Vonage, and the Zula application. As a well-known expert and pioneer in the VoIP market, Pulver is now hosting several events focused on the future of communication, including the use of bots. In addition, he has been investing in numerous startups related to the sector. LinkedIn: /in/jpulver…