Understanding Voice over Internet Protocol

Question: Discuss the understanding of voice over internet protocol? Answer: Voice over Internet Protocol is the unique form of communication that enables to make calls using an internet connection. This form of communication replaces the conventional analog telephone calling. If the VoIP is interconnected then one can receive and make calls through the traditional phone lines just for a nominal service fee. The VoIP has become popular because of lower price of internet connections and the swift operation of the internet that makes VoIP calls smooth. VoIP is also facing challenges which are typical to the users of internet. The VoIP can be configured if it had the following factors. VoIP must be connected to cable or DSL modems. The VoIP requires an USB adapter to connect to traditional phones. There are also many software applications like the softphones which establishes phone call directly from the phone. The VoIP features as a usual cordless telephone. The requirements of VoIP are simple and easy to access almost by everyone. It requires an internet connection to connect to calls. But if there is power outage then the VoIP cannot be operated because it relies on power. The swift functioning of the VoIP requires high speed internet connection. The 911 service cannot be guaranteed by the VoIP setup. (Bodhani, 2011) There are a lot of risks and threats associated with the VoIP. One of the famous problems associated with internet is spam. The usage of VoIP increases the availability of spam over the internet telephony. Spoofing and the guarantee towards confidential information are also the drawbacks of the VoIP. (DESANTIS, 2015) References Bodhani, A. (2011). VOIP - voicing concerns.Engineering Technology, 6(7), pp.76-79. DESANTIS, M. (2015).Understanding Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). 1st ed. [ebook] US-CERT. Available at: https://www.us-cert.gov/sites/default/files/publications/understanding_voip.pdf [Accessed 20 Mar. 2015].