Voice IP (VoIP) Phone Systems

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) presents an alternative option for making phone calls that differs from traditional phone lines. This internet phone service converts audio signals into digital data and transmits them to the recipient. The recipient receives the audio in the same way as with a traditional phone call. In contrast, traditional phone services transmit audio over copper lines, which are prone to disruptions and other issues.

Businesses can benefit from the cost-effectiveness of VoIP phone services, which offer significant cost savings over traditional phone services. Olson Tech Services can help businesses in Minneapolis-St. Paul Metropolitan Area with the installation and use of VoIP in their daily operations. Let us guide you in discovering more about the benefits and basics of business VoIP phone services.

Equipment Required for VoIP Calls

VoIP phone service technology offers multiple equipment options beyond traditional landline or cell phones for making phone calls. These options include:

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• Traditional phone adapters: These adapters enable you to connect your regular landline phone to an internet connection, allowing you to make VoIP calls using your existing phone. Some adapters also provide additional functions like faxing and caller ID.

• Hardware-based IP phones: These phones resemble traditional landline phones but use the internet instead of a traditional switched network. They often offer additional capabilities like power over ethernet, enabling the phone to receive power from the ethernet cord instead of an A/C adapter.

• Software-based IP phones: These phones are software programs installed on digital devices like computers, tablets, or cell phones. You can make and receive calls using the device's built-in audio equipment or with a headset attachment.

• Dual-mode and Wi-Fi cell phones: Dual-mode cell phones have channels for both cellular radio and wireless internet, while Wi-Fi phones have only a Wi-Fi channel. Both types of devices can run VoIP software and allow you to make calls in a similar way to using the cellular network.

Depending on the device or program you choose, you can make calls between computers only or between a computer and a phone. If you have a VoIP phone number, you can use it on multiple devices, and your number remains the same regardless of your location. This makes it easy to keep your number if you or your business moves or travels. Contact us today to learn more about our Phone VoIP services within the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metropolitan Area.