What Is a VoIP Internet Telephone System?
A Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone system is one that uses a broadband Internet connection to handle incoming and outgoing phone calls. A VoIP system may require the use of a computer or an adapter to connect to a regular phone.FunctionIn place of analog or digital phone lines, VoIP uses broadband Internet connections. Some VoIP clients allow users to contact only other users of the client, while others can connect to traditional phones to make calls to local and long distance numbers.BenefitsA client-to-client VoIP service is normally free if you have a broadband Internet connection. Services that allow calling to landline numbers are often coupled with Internet services offered by cable providers. The services offered by cable companies can be more cost effective than basic home landline service.FeaturesA VoIP telephone system allows phone number masking and incoming calls from landlines. Some systems also offer voice mail, call waiting and caller identification services
