Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP)

Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) is a telecommunications method of transmitting audio, more specifically human voices.

VOIP Protocols

VOIP itself is not a protocol, but a category of protocols, such as:

Since vocal communication is transitory, speed is important and delays are unacceptable. Therefore, UDP is often used - there is less overhead and dropped packets are ignored.

VOIP Challenges

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