Videoconferencing, telecommunications convergence, or the “triple play”

Bringing television signals, Internet access and telephone calls into a building used to involve at least two, and sometimes three, separate wires. No more – today’s telecommunications and cable companies seek to provide all three using just one “pipe.” In doing so, they make certain applications – such as call centre technology and video conferencing – easier than ever to implement.

It can be a cost saver, but is it practical yet? Will it lower costs for your readers? Will it disappoint them? Read more about convergence in these articles:

VoIP for business – overview

Convergence – the “triple play”

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Luigi Benetton: A communications professional for more than ten years, Luigi has written for organizations such as Microsoft, MTS Allstream, and the Province of Ontario’s Ministry of Health. He has written white papers, case studies, success stories, executive profiles, reports, Web copy, and a variety of other materials. Also, Luigi has contributed to consumer and trade publications such as The Toronto Star, itbusiness.ca and cbc.ca Luigi focuses on demystifying the technology industry, especially the value it offers. He has also written on topics as diverse as the business of law, fascinating large-scale construction projects and professional squash.

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