What hardware do I need for VoIP?

Basically three things are required:

• High speed broadband internet connection
• Standard home phone (almost anyone will do)
• VoIP adapter of VoIP software

There are a number of various devices out on the market right now to help with the use of VoIP:

• ATA Adapter
• IP-PBX Systems
• SIP & VoIP Gateways
• VoIP Switches
• VoIP Routers  

Broadband Internet

A high speed internet connection, otherwise known as a broadband internet connection, is one where you are able to send and receive information on the Internet at a high speed rate. Hence the name, 'high speed internet'.

Your local cable or phone company may already be providing high speed service such as 'cable Internet' or 'DSL' service.