Skype is opening its VoIP system so businesses can hook up their internet-based phone systems to the popular service. Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) is an open standard that allows calls to be ...

The most reliable internet protocol (IP) desk phone is Polycom VVX because its hardware is crafted to an extremely high standard, and its user base appears to be consistently satisfied with its ...

Appliances from Allworx, Critical Links, Fonality, Microsoft, and Sutus all combine sophisticated features and low cost; they differ in breadth and complexity, with Fonality’s Asterisk-based PBXtra ...

Linux-based VoIP box gives a glimpse into vendor’s IP PBX road map. Nortel next month is expected to launch the first in a family of Linux-based IP PBXs that ultimately could save customers money, ...

Cisco Systems Inc. last week announced a bevy of voice over IP (VOIP) products, continuing the efforts of vendors to get technologies supporting phone services over data networks in shape for more ...

In addition to doing away with bulky hardware and unnecessary wiring, cloud phone systems also come with features like auto attendant tools and AI-powered call recaps. — Getty Images/Maskot Despite ...

Here’s where to turn when selecting a VoIP provider. Many of these vendors will be familiar, since most also sell legacy phone systems Most of these vendors offer a mix of TDM-based and VoIP products ...

As the audiovisual industry moves toward network-based solutions, IP-based paging and intercom systems are revolutionizing communication, safety and operational efficiency. Offering unmatched ...