Cut the Cord! The Consumer's Guide to VoIP
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There is a new advance in the basic technology of phone service called "Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)". It offers an alternative to traditional phone service at potentially much lower cost (if a consumer or business is already paying for high speed Internet access). This book offers an overview of the features and prices of several current service providers and gives advice on which features are most important (e.g. telephone number portability). There are chapters on installing VoIP computer hardware and software and other gadgets when setting up the new service. The text uses simple language intended for consumers and would be a great help to readers choosing to adopt this new Internet technology. Annotation © 2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
1. What Is VoIP? 2. Flavors of VoIP 3. Why Go VoIP? 4. Understanding the VoIP Industry 5. Planning Your VoIP 6. Getting the Right Equipment 7. Porting or Changing? What About the Number? 8. Planning Frustration-Free VoIP 9. Installing VoIP Hardware 10. Installing VoIP Software 11. VoIP in the Home Office 12. Pocket PCs and VoIP 13. Sample VoIP Services 14. Getting the Most from VoIP 15. Potential Challenges Glossary Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Resources and Utilities Appendix C: List of Service and Equipment Providers Appendix D: Worksheets and Checklists
