What is an IP Telelphone System? And how casn it be a useful tool in your office?
IP Telephone System
A VoIP (voice over internet protocol) or IP phone uses a technology called voice over IP to make, connect and transmit calls. Here, an IP network such as the internet is used instead of the more traditional PSTN or public switch telephone network.
Benefits of Using an IP Telephone System
Using VoIP can be beneficial to businesses and corporations. Here is how:
1) Save money. Using VoIP is free — that is, there are no additional costs other than what you are already paying for on your internet charges. You no longer have to worry about the additional charges when making long distance or international calls either.
2) Convenience. A VoIP user can plug in the phone in any LAN (local network) port and it will automatically register into the system. It will keep the same number and behave the same exact way no matter where you plug it in. This can help you rid of many hassles if you are traveling or transferring offices.
3) Conferencing. If you have international or global offices, using an IP telephone system will make team meetings on the phone, or weekly conferences easier and faster.
Here are some of the features of a VoIP phone:
– Caller ID
– Encrypted communications
– Name dialing feature
– Directory can be stored in the phone or in the network
– Conferencing and multiparty calls
– Call park
– Call transfering
– Call hold
– Applications like weather report, attendance in school and offices, live news etc.
Remember that a VoIP phone system needs internet connection to work. It also relies on mains electricity for power.
If you are interested in installing an IP telephone system, or are having problems with your current VoIP phone system, call Mediacoms today and we’d be happy to help.
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