Video Conferencing-101: Your DIY Virtual Meeting Room

Looking to setup a dedicated audio and video conferencing solution to simplify your online meetings? Scanning for a state-of-the-art teleconferencing solution available in the market today, you quickly realize that they:

  • Are difficult/tricky to setup and use,
  • Require specialized and costly hardware / software,
  • Face interruptions and…

Video Conferencing-101: Your DIY Virtual Meeting Room

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Choose the Right Type of Phone System

There are several phone systems available, and the one you choose depends on your business size and requirements. Here are the main options:

  1. Traditional Landline System
    • These are old-school but reliable.
    • Requires physical phone lines and hardware.
    • Best for businesses with an existing setup or areas with poor internet.
  2. VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol)
    • Modern and flexible, using the internet to make calls.
    • Ideal for businesses with remote teams or multiple locations.
    • Cost-effective and feature-rich (e.g., call forwarding, voicemail-to-email).
  3. Cloud-Based Phone System
    • A type of VoIP system managed entirely online.
    • Scalable for growing businesses.
    • Easy to set up and maintain, with no bulky hardware.