a methodology and group of technologies for the delivery of voice communications
ADVANTAGES!
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User control interface.
Service mobility
Integration and collaboration with other applications
Cost savings.Rich media service
Phone portability.
DISSADVANTAGES!
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One of the disadvantages of using VOIP is that the sound quality is sometimes poor. It depends on the Internet, so if the connection is not good, that can affect it. Also, if the Internet doesn't work, for some reason, there goes the phone line.
EXAMPLES!
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Skype, Teamspeak, Facetime and Ventrilo
how it works!
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With VoIP, analog voice calls are converted into packets of data. The packets travel like any other type of data, such as e-mail, over the public Internet and/or any private Internet Protocol (IP) network. Using a VoIP service, you can call landline or cell phones. You can also call computer-to-computer, with both parties speaking into a computer microphone and listening through computer speakers or headsets. When evaluating, it's worth noting that you can make or receive calls using landline telephones. All you need is an analog telephone adapter connected to your network. Also, to ensure the best voice quality and security, consider using your VoIP or other communications system on a private IP network.