Carrier Grade Voice Over IP (original) (raw)

The text discusses the concepts of 'carrier grade' and Voice over IP (VoIP), explaining that carrier grade signifies high reliability and support for a massive number of simultaneous users, mirroring the standards of traditional telephony. It emphasizes that while VoIP primarily refers to the transport of voice via Internet Protocol, quality assurance remains a challenge, particularly concerning bandwidth management and voice quality over the Internet. The author anticipates advancements that will enhance VoIP quality, though notes that current perceptions of carrier-grade voice over the internet may still face limitations.