The world of teleconferencing has progressed rapidly over the past few years. Limitations are becoming scarce as technological advancements have allowed this industry to become even more accessible across the globe. With such evolution occurring it is important to understand the basics of teleconferencing and why choosing a reliable teleconferencing provider is crucial.
How does teleconferencing work exactly?
Audio conferencing begins with callers connecting into a conference bridge. Different conferencing providers use different types of bridges to connect calls and create (what we call) “rooms”.
Traditional conference bridges utilize circuit switching technology which routes calls through a series of connected switches.
VoIP bridges work similarly in the sense that they are able to move information quickly. The difference being exactly how VoIP bridges move data. VoIP bridges use “packet switching” meaning they are able to move data in small “blocks” over a network. There are many advantages to this process including:
- Increased Network Efficiency -Each packet of data can travel through the network using its own path. This makes it a more efficient way for the network to operate.
- Reliability- If data gets lost it can be easily retrieved using packet switching.
- Cost- VoIP bridges can be scalable and overall more cost effective than traditional bridges.
With state-of-the-art conferencing technology and best in class customer service, Infinite Conferencing is the clear choice for any organization. To learn more about how we can revolutionize your audio conferencing needs please visit: www.infiniteconferencing.com or call us at 1.888.203.7900
