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VoIP - Hooking It All Up
[Communications:VOIP] This short article is not intended to be a be-all, end-all of hooking up VoIP in your home. It does provide an overview and explains the basic requirements and equipment necessary. With that said let's get to it.

T1 For a Growing Business
[Communications:Broadband-Internet] Is your business growing? Do you have 5 to 15 employees all using phone and/or internet access? Do you rely on your local telephone company or cable provider to provide voice and data services for your office? You may be paying too much.

T1 Providers - How to Choose?
[Communications:Broadband-Internet] With the price of T1 service dropping from it’s high point of roughly 20 years ago, it’s no wonder that more and more businesses are searching out and using this cost effective solution. Whether it’s voice, data, or a combination of voice and data, T1 service providers can satisfy your communications infrastructure requirements.

T1 Basics - General Overview
[Communications:Broadband-Internet] The cost of T1 service has dropped considerably since its inception in the early 1960’s. No longer is this service for large corporations only. Mid sized and even small businesses can now benefit from dedicated T1 service. For the home business/home office, this service might still be a bit expensive. It’s best to run your own quotes for service and cost it out. Business grade DSL is a viable and cost effective solution for the smaller business owner and the topic of a future article.

VoIP - Why Some People Use It
[Communications:VOIP] Why do some people choose to use VoIP over the local telephone company service?

Pro's and Con's of Business Broadband and T1 Service
[Computers-and-Technology] I was seriously thinking of calling this article The Pro's and Pro's of Business Broadband and T1 Service. I for one am an advocate of such service. The speed, reliability, extensibility coupled with great service can be an asset to any organization dependent on their communications infrastructure. Whether it's voice, data or an integrated voice and data implementation, the advantages out weigh the cost. If you're not currently using this technology in your business, it might be time to seriously consider it. Your competition is.

VoIP - Should I or Shouldn't I?
[Communications:VOIP] Have you been considering VoIP for your phone service? Are you still on the fence as to whether or not to try this technology? Are you the type of person who enjoys technology and the benefits you can derive from it? Do you currently have a broadband internet connection? Do you want to continue to use your existing phone? Do you like to save money?

VoIP - 3 Ways to Make The Call
[Communications:VOIP] We're hearing a lot about Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) these days. I for one am a big fan of this technology. Did you know that you could actually use VoIP in 3 different ways? That's right! There are really 3 different ways that you can 'make the call'. Ok, you can actually receive the call 3 different ways as well.

Why is my Residential Broadband Slow?
[Communications:Broadband-Internet] This is an often-asked question that can have many answers. I'll try to touch on a few more common things to check when your broadband slows down. (Keep in mind it could be your 'computer' that is slowing down and 'not' your broadband connection)

VoIP - Sometimes Not an Easy Choice
[Communications:VOIP] Previously I wrote that VoIP was a good choice. If naked DSL or DSL without phone service is not an option for you, then VoIP can still be a good choice for your second or even third phone line. It sure comes in handy for your teenage children not to mention a home office. I recently sold service to a gentleman who wanted VoIP specifically for the ability to have a virtual number. His daughter recently went off to college in another state. He purchased VoIP service and signed up for a virtual number. He got a virtual number in the same area code that his daughter was in. This allows his daughter to call him at local charges vs. the long distance charges she would normally have to pay. Kudos to him for making his decision. Just another great benefit VoIP has to offer.

VoIP - Good Choice
[Communications:VOIP] Using DSL for your broadband access? Naked DSL (DSL without primary phone service) still not available in your area? Don't discount VoIP phone service just because you cannot discontinue your existing primary phone service. VoIP can be a huge help to those with home-based business, satellite employees needing a business line and of course families with teenagers! (just to name a few possible candidates!)

VoIP - Basic Assumptions
[Communications:VOIP] I thought I'd outline some of the basics of VoIP. I use this service myself and have sold VoIP services to my customers. What I didn't understand until last night is how much I assume. You see my business is mostly web based so my customers read up on VoIP and have a general understanding of the technology before making a purchase.

VoIP and Your Broadband Selection
[Communications:VOIP] Why is the regional bell operating companies dropping the rates on their DSL residential service? Easy, to gain more customers. Ok, makes sense. But let's look a little closer.

VoIP Problems?
[Communications:VOIP] Well of course there's VoIP problems, although I think problems is too strong of a word. Instead I would call this VoIP issues. (Just semantics? maybe, read on!)

Cable or DSL Broadband?
[Communications:Broadband-Internet] I've been asked this question so many times I thought I'd put my thoughts down here for you to read. Let's start by pointing out a couple things first. First off, depending on where you live, you may not have a choice of access. Satellite may be your only choice, which makes this null and void. Don't fret, satellite is better than any dial-up and the contract lengths are generally 12-14 months in length. It will cost a bit more, given the extra equipment involved, but it certainly beats dial-up (if you can afford it).

Comparison Shopping
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews] This morning while having my morning coffee and watching FOX News, I saw a segment about comparison-shopping. The segment was talking about how this was the 'latest craze' on the internet. Where have they been?

Broadband Internet - Why Purchase Service Online?
[Communications:Broadband-Internet] You've made the decision to purchase broadband internet access for your home or office. What's your next step? Do you contact your local provider directly and sign up? This is certainly and option, but one that may not be in your best interest.

Local/Long Distance - Should You Switch?
[Communications:Mobile-Cell-Phone] Remember the telephone companies’ deregulation of the 1980s? If someone were to ask me then to switch my phone service I would have said 'no way'. You see during this initial period it really was all about the network.

Cellular Service - All about the Network?
[Communications:Mobile-Cell-Phone] Is cellular service in the US really all about the network? In some cases, the answer is yes, it does. Any reliable on-line quote for service should come with detailed information on the vendors’ coverage area. Besides that, I'll take a rather high-level look at cellular providers starting with a bit of history.

Broadband Internet - You Got it, Now What?
[Communications:Broadband-Internet] You did it! You’ve decided to leave dial-up behind for the speed of broadband Internet access. So, what are you going to do with all that speed now?

VoIP and Local Telephone Companies
[Communications:VOIP] With VoIP technology entering the mainstream, it brings the possibilities or huge profits for the companies that provide the service. The current promise of cost savings is driving more and more residential and business users to investigate this technology. But the local telephone companies are not going to give up customers without a fight.

VPN - Overview of Virtual Private Networks
[Communications:Broadband-Internet] Virtual Private Network is a network within a network. This is very popular with businesses that have people working remotely. Basically what we have here is a utilization of the network already provided by the internet. The internet infrastructure can be used as the network for remote employees to access their corporate systems.

VoIP and E911
[Communications:VOIP] In the event of an emergency, are you capable of receiving the emergency response from calling 911 that you normally expect when using a traditional phone line? In the United States as well as Canada, a 911 call placed from your telephone is routed to PSAP (Public Safety Answering Points). Your number and location are reported when this call is placed. Knowledge of the phone number allows the 911 dispatcher to return the call if necessary and the location is of obvious importance to route an emergency response team. But what happens when this same 911 call is placed over a VoIP line?

VoIP - Voice over Internet Protocol
[Communications:Broadband-Internet] Voice over internet protocol or VoIP is beginning to come into it’s own. The promise of cost savings over traditional phone lines is driving this technology into the mainstream. Leveraging your existing broadband connection to save on your monthly phone expense at first glance makes sense. Let’s take a closer look.