[Ldsoss] Re: Ldsoss Digest, Vol 40, Issue 3

[Sean Gates]

The problem with sipphone is that it doesn't provide any E911 service,
whereas Lingo and the others do.  At least if you call 911 from a major VOIP
provider then they have an address on file to go check out.

On 5/7/07, Prince Ensign <prince.ensign.avenger at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> None of the above.
>
> Vonage is not yet out of bussiness, but if things continue the way they've
> been going, they won't be around too much longer.
>
> The problem with Skype is that they use a proprietary protocol, and the
> problem with both companies is that their equipment won't interoperate with
> other companies.
>
> The best thing to do is to get a SIP device that has not been locked by
> the service provider.  Then, get your service on the open market from
> companies like SIPPHONE.COM
>
> For information on open SIP hardware, visit SIPHARDWARE.COM, or do a
> "Google" for SIP Hardware.
>
>
> As far as WiFI VoiP,  if your using quality hardware and you get a good
> signal, it shouldn't be a problem.  The biggest challenge you'll have with
> VoiP is latency, not bandwidth.  Wireless will offer enough bandwidth (if
> feed by a descent ISP), but depending on signal quality and the quality of
> the equipment, latency could become an issue.
>
> I hope this helps, if you have any other questions, let me know.
>
>
>
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> James Lee Vann
> Chief Technology Architect
> www.ensigntech.com
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