September 29, 2004Superior Quality VoIP Patented Technology
What is VoIP?
VoIP is an acronym for voice over internet protocol. A VoIP, in essence, is a computer phone that allows you to make phone calls from your computer to anyone in
world, e.g., PC to PC, PC to landlines, or PC to cell phones. The voice signal converts to data packets and travels across
internet through a VoIP platform, and then converts back to voice at
receiving end of
communication exchange. There is no delay in conversations / communications with 3WTel VoIP. Leading telecom experts are projecting that 75% of
world’s communications will be done on VoIP within
next several years. What Kind of Equipment do I need?
You will need a computer with internet access and an inexpensive microphone if your computer does not have one built in. Although most VoIP providers require high speed internet connections, 3WTel offers VoIP on dial-up, DSL, and broadband connections. How Can I Place Calls or Receive Calls?
Basically,
same way you would a regular phone, except on your PC. When you download a VoIP line on your computer, a phone usually appears on your screen. The computer phone acts like any other phone in that you can dial numbers on it from a pad, or click on a contact’s pre-programmed name, and press
call button. You will then hear
phone ringing to
party you have called and can talk to them when they accept
call, or leave a voicemail if they are not available. When receiving a call,
phone will ring on your computer and you can click to accept
call and talk, or let it ring (based on
number of rings you have set up) and forward
caller to your voicemail.
What Kind of Features Does VoIP Have?
Typically a VoIP has voicemail with audio capabilities, three-way calling, text messaging, and contacts list. Some VoIP’s even have webcam capabilities. In addition, there is usually a button to click that can indicate to others when you are available, unavailable, away, or off line. (3WTel has all these features and many more, including real time call duration, missed call indicator, network quality meter, call waiting, do not disturb, hold, mute, etc.) Who Can I Call?