VoIP is the abbreviation for Voice Over Internet Protocol, which in Portuguese means Voice over Internet Protocol, it is also known as Voice over IP or IP telephony.
Using the internet, the cost of calls is significantly lower than that charged by conventional telephone companies.
Each packet is labeled with its destination address (the person you are calling) and moves through the Internet, much like web pages and file downloads.
When it reaches its destination, the packets are reassembled and converted back into sound waves.
When you have this process happening simultaneously in two directions, you have a telephone call.
Voip what is it and how does it work?
VOIP telephony for companies
VoIP (voice over internet protocol) is a technology that allows voice student data calls to be transmitted as digital data packets over an IP network over the internet. VoIP enables high-quality calls at a low cost, whether local or international.
How to use VoIP telephony?
To use VoIP telephony, you need to have access to broadband internet, via cable or radio, and a device made especially for using this technology.
In short, you have 5 different options, or alternatives to use.
Softphone
The VBPhone Softphone turns your computer into a telephone and has an intuitive, easy-to-understand interface.
It has a virtual keyboard very similar to that of a conventional telephone.
The use of Softphone reduces costs with the implementation of equipment and allows the user to configure their extension or VoIP account on any computer, requiring only a headset or similar equipment.
ATA adapter
Another option for using VoIP telephony that brings practicality is the ATA (Analog Telephone Adapter), which is an analog to digital converter, connected to the internet and that allows you to use a regular telephone to make VoIP calls.
With it you can use conventional wired or wireless devices, or you can connect VoIP lines directly to the PABX switchboard.
IP Phone
The IP Phone is a device already integrated with VoIP technology, it allows the user to make and receive calls, conferences, call transfers, with excellent voice quality.
It is ideal for those looking for the advantages of VoIP technology with the simplicity of a conventional telephone.
Its features and functions may vary depending on the model and its manufacturers.
It is connected directly to the internet network, and looks like a conventional device, but uses RJ-45 inputs, the same as computer network cards, instead of the standard RJ-11 telephone port.