At one corner of the ring, we have the time proven PBX that has served corporate for more than four decades. Back by an unmatched real-time voice communications and experienced professionals, armed with proud track record, is being challenged by the contestant at the other corner! VoIP!
As circuit-switched PBXs are nearing obsolescence, IP technology is increasingly becoming the standard for corporate voice communications. Are you ready for the change over.
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As circuit-switched PBXs are nearing obsolescence, IP technology is increasingly becoming the standard for corporate voice communications. Are you ready for the change over.
As cable and telephone companies begin offering Net telephony services to consumers in earnest, complications on the back end threaten to crimp cost savings for providers and ultimately dampen expectations for the much-hyped technology.
How can you tell if your business is ready for Voice over IP? Also, who are the leading IP handset providers and systems integrators in Australia?
Although there is precious little evidence of VoIP security attacks, organisations cannot afford to be complacent. Make no mistake, VoIP is an attractive target for hackers and malware writers.
As VoIP becomes more prevalent, its popularity will undoubtedly attract some unwanted attention -- spammers and phishers looking for their next scheme. Here is a look at some common forms of VoIP abuse, including VoIP spam and caller ID spoofing, and how you can fight back.
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By being very easy to configure and manage, the 3CX Phone System for Windows scores well on functionality and is compatible with most SIP handsets, gateways and services. However scalability could be an issue for larger organisations.
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