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Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) stories - Page 24

In the same way that copper telephone wires were co-opted for use by computers, the Internet Protocol was co-opted to carry telephone calls. Neither were designed for the purpose and therefore both faced technological limitations. Voice over Internet Protocol describes the transmission of telephone calls on the IP network. This was initially challenging, as IP works on a ‘best effort’ principle and sends traffic in a random stream of ‘packets’, later reassembled at destination in the correct order. Voice and video packets must arrive contiguously or they are garbled. This problem was overcome by various techniques including SIP: Session Initiation Protocol facilitates VOIP calls and is commonly used when you make a call over the internet.
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The benefits of VoIP in small business

Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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VoIP technology is becoming more popular with small businesses, offering flexibility, cost savings, and a range of useful features.
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Auckland school kicks off Microsoft's worldwide Skype-a-Thon

Fri, 4th Dec 2015
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Yesterday New Zealand led the world into the global Microsoft Skype-a-Thon, a 48-hour long event designed to connect schools around the world.
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Microsoft hosts nationwide Skype and education event

Fri, 27th Nov 2015
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According to Microsoft, the event is designed to connecting classrooms around the world and showcase how technology can be used to enhance learning.
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Communication key for business

Wed, 25th Nov 2015
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Advancements in technology is changing the business landscape, and organisations need to take advantage to ensure they don't get left behind.
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ShoreTel snaps up Aussie VoIP provider

Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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ShoreTel snaps up Aussie hosted VoIP specialist M5 Networks in a move designed to bring a ShoreTel hosted voice solution to the region.
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M2: NZ operations to deliver 18% of company's AU$1.8b revenue

Tue, 3rd Nov 2015
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Aussie's M2 Group is counting on its CallPlus acquisition to deliver big returns and, combined with Vocus, deliver 18% of its $1.8b revenue from NZ.
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OTT voice providers challenging traditional operators

Wed, 7th Oct 2015
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Over the Top voice providers such as Skype and WhatsApp are disrupting the traditional telcos, and encouraging them to 'fight back'.
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Big telcos failing Kiwi SMEs, says new duo

Thu, 24th Sep 2015
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Connect NZ has teamed up with cloud PBX phone system provider Vadacom in a move to 'fast-forward' SME access to cloud telephony in New Zealand.
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3CX releases latest update to phone system

Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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In its latest move, 3CX releases v14 of its phone system, enhancing user experience with new features and improved functionality.
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Kiwis falling victim to 'intimate' Skype scams, warns NZ Police

Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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New Zealand Police urge extreme online caution after six Kiwi men fall victim to intimate Skype blackmail scams in the past month.
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New online resource to help businesses with VoIP solutions

Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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WhichVoIP.com has launched a free advisory service to help consumers and businesses make informed decisions when purchasing VoIP solutions.
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Unified comms - more than just a buzzword

Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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Unified Communications is more than just a buzzword, says MyBusinessVoice, as it explains the key components of UC.
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Barracuda rebrands enterprise phone system, begins international expansion

Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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Barracuda is beginning its expansion of phone system support to new international locations, pricing and the rebranding of CudaTel telephony system.
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VoIP Innovations and 3CX enter into partnership

Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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VoIP Innovations and 3CX have entered into a partnership with the aim of 'utilising each other's strengths for the benefit of end-users'.
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Cisco and HP locked in lawsuit following failed VoIP contract

Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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The lawsuit regards a dispute about the calculation of a monetary credit on the loan balance owed by HP under a financing agreement between the pair.
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Yealink launches new SIP-T40P VoIP phone

Thu, 3rd Sep 2015
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Yealink releases its latest VoIP phone, the SIP-T40P, offering HD audio quality and an easy-to-use design for business telephony needs.
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New tool to ease shift to cloud-delivered communications via Microsoft Office 365

Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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IR unveils a tool to streamline the migration to cloud-based comms with Office 365, aiming for seamless implementation and management.
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Sonus backs Skype for Business

Thu, 27th Aug 2015
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Sonus Networks is demonstrating its commitment to Skype for Business by sponsoring the Enterprise Connect Lync/Skype for Business Tour.
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VoWiFi services on the upswing

Wed, 26th Aug 2015
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The continued upswing in spending on these segments is being driven by adoption of Voice over LTE (VoLTE) and Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi) services.
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Good old fashioned IT reseller values – RealIT

Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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RealIT revives classic IT reseller values, blending stellar customer service with modern offerings in VoIP and web development.