Recent advances in VoIP (Voice over IP) technology have made it the solution of choice for voice service because of its low cost and increased reliability. Voice Over IP Crash Course offers practical technology coverage, while discussing the business, strategic and competitive implications of VoIP deployment in corporations. The book also covers the challenges faced by service providers as they evolve to an IP infrastructure while continuing to operate the PSTN. Coverage includes:
- IP and wireless, IP protocols vs. PSTN
- Interworking between SS7 and IP-based protocols
- Network components
- VoIP Products and manufacturing strategies
