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*Analogue phone connects directly via a cable all the way through to the local BT exchange |
*Analogue phone connects directly via a cable all the way through to the local BT exchange |
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=Considerations= |
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As you can see there is a lot more to go wrong. The main things to consider when using VoIP is: |
As you can see there is a lot more to go wrong. The main things to consider when using VoIP is: |
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* What happens if I lose power |
* What happens if I lose power |
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* What happens if my internet connection has a fault |
* What happens if my internet connection has a fault |
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This is especially important to consider when you start to think about access to emergency services. |
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==What happens if I lose power== |
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Losing power will mean your internet connection goes off and your VoIP phone has no power and no connection to the internet. You'll be unable to make calls. |
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===Solutions:=== |
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# Use a UPS - an uninterruptible power supply. - typically a heavy box that contains a battery that is kept charged up and will switch to battery power in the event of losing power. |
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#Use a mobile phone - Keep a mobile phone close to you and on charge - use this to make phone calls if you lose power. |
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==What happens if my internet connection has a fault== |
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A fault on your internet connection will probably affect your VoIP service. You'll be unable to make calls. |
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===Solutions:=== |
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#Use a mobile phone - Keep a mobile phone close to you and on charge - use this to make phone calls if you lose power. |
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