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BUSINESS VOIP SERVICES Houston Voip Sales: 713-554-7100 ext. 358   Net Star is a telecommunications provider with VoIP solutions that cover all of your telecom and data requirements. Get connected with; telephone and data service, including the latest in VoIP technology; computer networks; wiring and fiber optic cabling; network services. Whether a new business, a business that wants to upgrade, a home office we have the right solutions at the right price. How can VoIP save me money? VoIP has cheaper long distance and international call costs VoIP has cheaper equipment overall cost VoIP providers combine phone and internet for cheaper combined cost Scalability cost is cheaper We want to help you make an informed decision before you select the best VoIP plan to fit your needs. We can help you find out how many VoIP lines can your internet connection support. We  test your connection by our using VoIP Speed Test. Since a Internet connection is one of the most important contributing factors to VoIP call quality. So check your connection. It's free! What is a VoIP phone? A VoIP phone uses high-speed internet to make telephone calls for a reduced cost. VoIP phones allow you to access the most up-to-date technology. Conference in multiple clients or transfer calls between offices around the globe. All you need is a VoIP phone, a VoIP service provider, and the internet. What is VoIP, again? Using Voice over IP (VoIP), any computer or telephone connected to the internet with a broadband connection can call another computer or phone at a fraction of usual cost. VoIP providers charge a lot less than traditional landlines, because they don't have to maintain an old and expensive network. Instead, they connect callers via the Internet and create innovative feature sets. VOIP SERVICE AVAILABLE Business VoIP Residential VoIP Business Telephone System Small Business VoIP Starter Package VoIP Consulting Services VoIP Speed Testing Rate Comparisons VOIP ADVANTAGES No more busy signals. A consistent company image with auto attendant. Extensions for every user. Local phone numbers for every area code. Internet telephony refers to communications services—Voice, fax, SMS, and/or voice-messaging applications—that are transported via the Internet, rather than the public switched telephone network (PSTN). The steps involved in originating a VoIP telephone call are signaling and media channel setup, digitization of the analog voice signal, encoding, packetization, and transmission as Internet Protocol (IP) packets over a packet-switched network. On the receiving side, similar steps (usually in the reverse order) such as reception of the IP packets, decoding of the packets and digital-to-analog conversion reproduce the original voice stream.[1]. Even though IP Telephony and VoIP are terms that are used interchangeably, they are actually different; IP telephony has to do with digital telephony systems that use IP protocols for voice communication while VoIP is actually a subset of IP Telephony. VoIP is a technology used by IP telephony as a means of transporting phone calls.[2] VoIP systems employ session control protocols to control the set-up and tear-down of calls as well as audio codecs which encode speech allowing transmission over an IP network as digital audio via an audio stream. The codec used is varied between different implementations of VoIP (and often a range of codecs are used); some implementations rely on narrowband and compressed speech, while others support high fidelity stereo codecs. There are three types of VoIP tools that are commonly used; IP Phones,Software VoIP and Mobile and Integrated VoIP. The IP Phones are the most institutionally established but still the least obvious of the VoIP tools. Of all the software VoIP tools that exist, Skype is probably the most easily identifiable. The use of software VoIP has increased during the global recession as many persons, looking for ways to cut costs have turned to these tools for free or inexpensive calling or video conferencing applications. Software VoIP can be further broken down into three classes or subcategories; Web Calling, Voice and Video Instant Messaging and Web Conferencing. Mobile and Integrated VoIP is just another example of the adaptability of VoIP. VoIP is available on many smartphones and internet devices so even the users of portable devices that are not phones can still make calls or send SMS text messages over 3G or WIFI.[3]   www.fcc.gov/voip/  Frequently Asked Questions How VoIP / Internet Voice Works? VoIP services convert your voice into a digital signal that travels over the Internet. If you are calling a regular phone number, the signal is converted to a regular telephone signal before it reaches the destination. VoIP can allow you to make a call directly from a computer, a special VoIP phone, or a traditional phone connected to a special adapter. In addition, wireless "hot spots" in locations such as airports, parks, and cafes allow you to connect to the Internet and may enable you to use VoIP service wirelessly. What Kind of Equipment Do I Need? A broadband (high speed Internet) connection is required. This can be through a cable modem, or high speed services such as DSL or a local area network. A computer, adaptor, or specialized phone is required. Some VoIP services only work over your computer or a special VoIP phone, while other services allow you to use a traditional phone connected to a VoIP adapter. If you use your computer, you will need some software and an inexpensive microphone. Special VoIP phones plug directly into your broadband connection and operate largely like a traditional telephone. If you use a telephone with a VoIP adapter, you'll be able to dial just as you always have, and the service provider may also provide a dial tone. Is there a difference between making a Local Call and a Long Distance Call? Some VoIP providers offer their services for free, normally only for calls to other subscribers to the service. Your VoIP provider may permit you to select an area code different from the area in which you live. It also means that people who call you may incur long distance charges depending on their area code and service. Some VoIP providers charge for a long distance call to a number outside your calling area, similar to existing, traditional wireline telephone service. Other VoIP providers permit you to call anywhere at a flat rate for a fixed number of minutes. If I have VoIP service, who can I call? Depending upon your service, you might be limited only to other subscribers to the service, or you may be able to call anyone who has a telephone number - including local, long distance, mobile, and international numbers. If you are calling someone who has a regular analog phone, that person does not need any special equipment to talk to you. Some VoIP services may allow you to speak with more than one person at a time. What Are Some Advantages of VoIP? Some VoIP services offer features and services that are not available with a traditional phone, or are available but only for an additional fee. You may also be able to avoid paying for both a broadband connection and a traditional telephone line. What Are Some disadvantages of VoIP? If you're considering replacing your traditional telephone service with VoIP, there are some possible differences: •Some VoIP services don't work during power outages and the service provider may not offer backup power. •Not all VoIP services connect directly to emergency services through 9-1-1. For additional information, see VoIP & 911 Advisory. •VoIP providers may or may not offer directory assistance/white page listings. Can I use my Computer While I talk on the Phone? In most cases, yes. Can I Take My Phone Adapter with me When I Travel? Some VoIP service providers offer services that can be used wherever a high speed Internet connection available. Using a VoIP service from a new location may impact your ability to connect directly to emergency services through 9-1-1. For additional information, see VoIP & 911 Advisory. Does my Computer Have to be Turned on? Only if your service requires you to make calls using your computer. All VoIP services require your broadband Internet connection to be active. How Do I Know If I have a VoIP phone Call? If you have a special VoIP phone or a regular telephone connected to a VoIP adapter, the phone will ring like a traditional telephone. If your VoIP service requires you to make calls using your computer, the software supplied by your service provider will alert you when you have an incoming call. Does the FCC Regulate VoIP? In June 2005 the FCC imposed 911 obligations on providers of “interconnected” VoIP services – VoIP services that allow users generally to make calls to and receive calls from the regular telephone network. You should know, however, that 911 calls using VoIP are handled differently than 911 calls using your regular telephone service. Please see our consumer fact sheet on VoIP and 911 services for complete information on these differences. In addition, the FCC requires interconnected VoIP providers to comply with the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (CALEA) and to contribute to the Universal Service Fund, which supports communications services in high-cost areas and for income-eligible telephone subscribers. Aspects of these considerations may change with new developments in internet technology. You should always check with the VoIP service provider you choose to confirm any advantages and limitations to their service. For more information about VoIP see our factsheet (pdf file).