Think the Cloud is Not Secure? Well, Think Again Security on the cloud is the most debatable subject and over the last few years some of the myths related to cloud security have been busted. Well, the cloud has been the centre of attraction for hackers, data addicts and spies because of the volume of data they can access. For the hackers, data on the cloud is nothing short of a treasure trove and they would love to go for data pilferage by breaking into various networks across the world. Data Privacy There are naysayers as well as staunch supporters of cloud telephony who have their own valid reasons for trashing or supporting the use of cloud telephony systems by organizations. The biggest argument against the use of cloud telephony is the lack of data privacy that hounds even the biggest providers like Google. Even the big cloud service providers like Google are incapable if […]
Trim Your Telecom Costs with SIP Trunking
Companies reeling under the pressure of huge telephone bills do not realize that there is help in the form of a telecommunication technology – SIP Trunking. In order to survive in the competitive market, companies need to not only have a robust telephone system and data lines but they also have to cater to the unique needs of its mobile workforces. The old communication systems have become obsolete and now people are using VoIP, which can be made even more efficient with the help of SIP. SIP Trunking is popular for its amazing QoS (Quality of Service) and it is a very powerful technology that is both highly scalable and flexible. SIP enables companies to streamline enterprise communication while cutting down the costs as well as resources. SIP or Session Initiation Protocol is the technology that helps to establish SIP Trunk Lines that facilitates concurrent calls to the PSTN line. The trunk lines are similar […]
UCedge, Unified Communications Solutions from Toshiba
If you are used to Unified Communication applications, you would understand it needs a bit more resources than just a telephone end device. In order to use all the capabilities of UC, you would need to manage files, multiple applications, and maybe even videos. Till now this meant being tied to your desk. Now, when you are using Toshiba’s on-premise or cloud based phone systems, you are no longer tied to your desk. With a common user interface across platforms, you can access all your unified communication applications from a tablet, a laptop, or even your smart phone. UCedge application is available on Windows, iOS, and Android, making it literally universal. More details on UCedge and it utility are available here. About One Call Communications One Call Communications is a leading provider of phone systems in North Carolina. We serve thousands of clients across Greenville, Rocky Mt., Goldsboro, Smithfield, & Wilson. We sell, install, and […]
Comparing Premises-based and Cloud Phone Systems
The decision to choose between premise-based and cloud phone systems can turn out to be really challenging because it can have long term impact on your business communication. While opting for VoIP or Voice over Internet Protocol, you will have to analyze and choose the system that best meets your business needs. A premises-based solution is one where the hardware and other equipment are installed and maintained at your office site. On the other hand, if you opt for a cloud phone system, the phones in your office will be connected using the Internet to the provider that operates and maintains all the telephony equipment and cloud data center. You need to make an informed choice and in order to do that you will have to make yourself aware of the benefits as well as the challenges associated with both the systems. Here is a brief comparison of both the systems: Comparison of the […]
Mobile VoIP is Becoming Popular. Is Corporate Demand a Reason?
Even a decade back our lives were different because we knew that the phone on our hands was made for making and receiving calls. However, there have been numerous changes over the past few years and now we can even see the audacity of launching a space rocket with a tap on our smartphones (well almost). First it was the Blackberry that allowed users to avail their corporate network and then came a deluge of other phones with a variety of other business features that we only remember seeing in James Bond movies. Today, mobile telephony has acquired a new meaning as it is being powered by the latest VoIP technology. The Popularity of Mobility Mobile VoIP is becoming popular and there are experts who believe that the sudden spike in demand is the direct result of a corporate demand for hosted PBX. Companies are fast switching to the latest Hosted VoIP telephony systems that […]