VoIP Explained
Debating whether to get into making phone calls over the internet? Do you have trouble understanding all the related terms? Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology is being tipped as the technology that will transform the way that calls are made in the future. Voice over IP digitises the sound of a human voice so that it can be routed through the Internet. You can now make VoIP calls that cost a tiny proportion of calls made through the traditional phone line. It is revolutionizing the way that people keep in contact.
However, as frequently arises with new technologies, it is usually hard to understand what all the new terms and jargon involved mean. Consequently this article will try and explain the technical jargon that you will encounter. So let’s get started on deciphering some of the jargon
? Bit rate: This is the speed at which data moves across the Internet. The term can also be used as a measure of the speed of an Internet connection which is often quantified in kilobits or megabits per second.
? Cable modem: This is a piece of equipment that is necessary in order to connect a PC or network to the Internet via a cable company’s service
? Ethernet: This is the standard that is used for most office networks as well as the networking system that is often found in PCs and routers
? Router: This is networking hardware device that “steers” data across a network or across the Internet. A router is needed to share an Internet connection between multiple devices
? Switch: A piece of equipment that a phone company can use to connect calls between subscribers It is also used by businesses to connect their internal extensions as well as outside lines which are also known as private branch exchange (PBX)
Our aim is by explaining and simplifying some of the jargon that surrounds the VoIP services this article should help you understand what VoIP is about and the elements that are involved. Find the service that is right for you. Join the VoIP revolution and start enjoying cheap calls and other cool services!
