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Schools call it like it is: IP telephony gets rave reviews
This article from eSchool News by Jennifer Natsu provides accessible understanding of how IP telephony can result in significant cost savings for schools.

Voice & Data Integration for School Networks
But IP telephony nowadays is more than a medium for just for voice communication. It also carries data, and the best systems carry both voice and data streams in one seamless, integrated solution. Links and loads of background info in this link - US based. A good place to start your research.

VoIP definition - Webopedia
Definition from Webopedia to help you get your head around this ground-breaking technology.

Incumbent telcos accused of plotting against VoIP
The moral of this article, by G Wearden for ZDNet UK is, do your own research. Get an understanding of vested interests involved in this new technology.
IP Systems Pty Ltd (Aust)
No kick-back for the webmaster here. Just giving you and Australian provider who I know through personal experience to be professional and expert in the field. l
Skype
Skype is free Internet telephony that just works. Skype is for calling other people on their computers or phones. Download Skype and start calling for free all over the world.
Leading Edge Wireless Technology Defies Odds; Achieves High Performance Connectivity Across Obstructed Paths
Discussion of a wireless solution to VoIP provision in the UK to overcome bottlenecks in broadband connections and delivery to more remote locations.
The VOIP Wiki - a reference guide to all things VOIP
This Wiki covers everything related to VOIP, software, hardware, service providers, reviews, configurations, standards, tips & tricks and everything else related to voice over IP networks, IP telephony and Internet Telephony.

IDC Australia - Analyse future technologies
This company analyses and predicts technology trends from an Australian perspective to facilitate making strategic, fact-based decisions on IT purchases and business strategy. Plenty of research to check out.


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Last updated Octoberr 2005