https://a996c8ee.aww-3cz.pages.dev/tags/conversion/ Recent content in Conversion on Aaron's Worthless Words Hugo en Sun, 10 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://a996c8ee.aww-3cz.pages.dev/posts/2010/01/ont-notes-voip-networks/ Sun, 10 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://a996c8ee.aww-3cz.pages.dev/posts/2010/01/ont-notes-voip-networks/ <p>Here are some of the notes I&rsquo;ve been taking while reading over the ONT book. I hope it benefits somebody.  Feel free to correct any stupid mistakes as a paraphrase to avoid a lawsuit.</p> <p>There&rsquo;s way too much info here.  I&rsquo;ll refine the process a little better for the next topics.</p> <p><strong>Benefits of Packet Telephony Networks</strong></p> <ul> <li>More efficient use of bandwidth and equipment - Packet telephony networks don&rsquo;t dedicate channels or a static bandwidth to a call; it&rsquo;s just another network application.</li> <li>Consolidate network expense - The common infrastructure (IP-based networks) keeps you from having to support another distinct network for voice like in traditional PBX implementations.</li> <li>Improved employee productivity - The phone can be used for more than just phone calls by utilizing the XML interface to run applications or provide content from the network.</li> <li>Access to new communications devices - IP phones can communicate with computers, network gear, PDAs, etc., and not just the PBX.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Packet Telephony Components</strong></p>