Tech Glossary
What is IP?
IP telephony, or Internet Protocol telephony, is a technology for sending speech over computer networks. It uses the Internet Protocol, which is also used to send e-mail and web pages. IP telephony makes it possible to make and receive calls over the Internet, instead of traditional phone lines. There are several different areas of use for IP telephony. One example is VoIP telephony, which makes it possible to make and receive calls over the Internet. VoIP telephony is a good option for companies that want to get started with IP telephony, as it is cheaper than traditional telephony. VoIP telephony works by converting speech into digital signals, which are sent over the Internet. There are also other uses for IP telephony, such as IP TV and IP radio. IP TV makes it possible to watch TV over the Internet. IP radio makes it possible to listen to radio over the Internet. IP telephony is a very flexible technology, as it can be used to send voice, video and data over the Internet. IP telephony is also a scalable technology, making it suitable for both small and large businesses.