In 2025 BT is going to shut down the existing PSTN service which will mean no more traditional land lines. Here at HelpDesk Heroes we make IT communications easy for our clients. We make sure that you are well informed and confident when making the switch.
ATA stands for Analog Telephone Adaptor and is a device that connects your traditional phone to VoIP. It is a type of hardware that calls (audio and video) into IP packets, that can then be sent over the internet.
Internet bandwidth is the maximum rate of data that can be transferred during a given time period. High bandwidth means that data is transferred faster than low bandwidth.
Codec stands for coder-decoder. It is an algorithm used to encode data, used in voice and video services. The program uses compression to shrink a large video file or convert between analog and digital sound. This is done by compressing or decompressing and encoding or decoding data packets.
The ethernet is a system that connects computer systems to form a local area network. Essentially, it is a family of computer networking technologies.
A gateway is a router in a computer network that is a key stopping point for data on its way to or from other networks. It communicates and sends data back and forth and blocks harmful things from infiltrating your network.
IP stands for Internet Protocol, meaning a communications system that routes data from one computer to another over the internet, using a set of rules and formats. You may have also heard of an IP Address. An IP Address is a fixed or dynamic number that is associated with an internet-enabled device. It is essential to have an IP address, to connect different devices over the internet and for voice and data communications.
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network and has been the standard communications technology for the last 30 years.
LAN stands for Local Area Network. This means, LAN connects computers to each other within a group or area, for example, offices and schools.
PBX stands for Private Branch Exchange. It is a private telephone network exchange and well-known business telephone system. Those who use a PBX phone system can communicate within their company and outside, using communication channels like VoIP or ISDN.
PSTN stands for Public Switched Telephone Network. It is the traditional analogue system using copper wires for the network. This technology is slowing being phased out in favour of SIP.
SIP or Session Initial Protocol is a system that transmits voice and video information across a data network. It is involved with the VoIP process, allowing VoIP users to take advantage of communications flexibility and shared lines.
A softphone is a type of software for desktop computers, tablets and laptops that enable VoIP call services. Rather than being a physical phone, it works on your computer. A softphone uses a microphone with speakers or a headset.
With the many features of VoIP and the high quality call quality, switching to VoIP is recommended for businesses today. If you are not sure how VoIP can benefit your business, read our VoIP Guide here.
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