We created this new article series to explain telecommunications in plain English. Each article answers a common “What is…” question without unnecessary jargon. The goal is to help business owners, IT professionals, telecom engineers, and anyone curious about communications understand how modern phone systems work. We begin at the very foundation of telecommunications: What is PSTN?
Welcome back to our limited series, Communications Then and Now. In the previous article, we explored SIP, the protocol that enables modern systems to establish and manage sessions over IP networks. SIP laid the foundation for modern real-time communication by making telecommunication systems flexible, scalable, and software-driven.
Call forwarding is a telecommunication feature that allows you to redirect incoming calls from one phone number to another. It is widely used by both businesses and individuals to ensure availability regardless of location or device.
The Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) is the foundation of global voice communication. Long before internet-based communication became widespread, PSTN enabled reliable, real-time conversations across cities, countries, and continents.
Call waiting offers a convenient way to manage incoming calls. It’s a telephony feature that allows us to be notified of another call while already engaged in a conversation. In this article, we will delve into the meaning of call waiting. Next, we explore its functionality and benefits, learn how to use it effectively, troubleshoot any issues that may arise. We then discuss the future of this technology.
In today’s modern business landscape, effective communication is paramount to the success of any organization. One widely used telecommunications solution is the PBX phone system. But what is an IP PBX phone system and how does it differ from its predecessors? This evolution raises questions about how we transitioned from traditional PBX mammoths to the feature-rich, slimmed-down, and highly reliable IP PBX platforms available nowadays. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore both the technology and its journey throughout the communications history.
Are your clients sick and tired of robocalls and call spam? If they complain about receiving unknown and spoofed numbers throughout the day, it’s because these calls disrupt meaningful work and can lead to both financial and reputational losses. In US and Canada, the STIR/SHAKEN frameworks are available especially for such cases.
In today’s digital age, telecommunication plays a vital role in almost every aspect of our lives. However, along with the numerous advantages, there are also potential risks and challenges that need to be addressed. One such challenge is the issue of caller ID spoofing, where malicious actors manipulate the information that is displayed on a recipient’s caller ID screen. This deceptive practice often leads to fraudulent activities and an increased level of distrust among consumers. To combat this problem, the telecommunications industry has developed a revolutionary solution. In this article, we will delve into the basics of Stir/Shaken, explore its technical aspects, discuss its impact on businesses, and take a glimpse into its future.
Do you answer the phone when someone calls you from an unknown number? If you are like 81 percent of Americans, you likely won’t. People ignore unknown numbers for a variety of reasons, but the general worry is there’s either a robocall or that the person on the other end will try to scam them. And this is where the STIR/SHAKEN framework comes to save the day. Learn more about the latest strategies used by scammers and how VoipNow & Hubgets can help you outsmart them.
In this landscape of social distancing and remote working, staying in touch with coworkers and clients is more important than ever before. Real-time communications platforms have cemented the importance of virtual technology across most industries and workspaces. And under this new normal, voice communication has surged back after years on the decline.
