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1) VAS (Value Added Services) - In telecommunication world, the services other than the
basic calling services, provided by the Service Provider are known as the Value Added Services. In mobile communication SMS, GPRS, EDGE, MMS etc are the value added services. Most of the times these value added services are provided by the mobile operator himself, but in some instances a third party Value-Added service provider provides these services.
2) VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) - Voice over IP means to route the voice calls over
the Internet instead of circuit-switched PSTN network or cellular networks. As in case of VOIP, voice is delivered over IP instead of PSTN or air interface, its available to subscribers with low charge rates.
VOIP Functioning and Implementations - VOIP converts voice into a digital signal that further proceeds over the Internet. VoIP allows us to make a call directly from a computer, standard phone, or a traditional phone connected through a phone adapter. Examples of available VoIP implementations are 1. 2. 3. 4. H.323 SIP/RTP IMS Skype
Advantages of VOIP 1. Some VoIP services offer most of the services which are not available with a traditional phone and if these services are available with traditional phones there will be additional charges for the same. 2. We can avoid paying for both a broadband connection and a traditional telephone line if we are using VOIP.
Disadvantages of VOIP 1. Some VOIP phones doesnt work during power outages and not sure, if service provider could provide backup power. 2. Not sure if VOIP services could connect directly to emergency services through 911. Refer http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/voip911.pdf for the same. 3. Not sure, if VOIP providers may offer white pages listing. 4. Fax handling in case of VOIP implementations is also limited.
How to identify best VOIP provider in the market We can easily compare all the VOIP providers to find the best amongst different providers. To identify the best VOIP provider, we can do following analysis1. Check if VOIP provider is giving good product features like 3 way conferencing; call waiting, messaging services etc. 2. Check monthly plans and also check whether they are no hidden charges. 3. Make sure if VOIP provider facilitates 911 services to their users. 4. VOIP is mostly used for Internet calling, so confirm if providers have good packages for internet callings as well. Hence, we can conclude VOIP technology is a good mode of voice communication which is relatively safe, reliable and is of low cost. Only keeping 2 points in mind security and reliability of VOIP network, we can use it and can get more benefits as compare to other services available in the market.
IS IP TELEPHONY BEST IN EVERYTHING? As there are advantages, there are also disadvantages. IP telephony is not secure and has the below disadvantages. Hijacking of the switch to make unauthorized calls. Hackers can also use DOS technique ( Denial of service) Even if the general network itself is attacked, VoIP traffic might be interfered with as collateral damage.
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