The world beating behemoth that is Google has shocked many with the news that its new super high speed television and internet network service known as Google Fiber will not include a Voip service.
Google Fiber has just been released as a test market in Kansas city, where the service has been hugely well received. Fiber offers unrivaled downloading speeds and capabilities, with speeds of roughly three times that of standard broadband connections.
It seems that the main reason for the decision is to do with the difficulties of combining voice and data into a single connection - as would be required in order to transmit the Voip signal - along with the problems surrounding the different communication legislation's across various states.
The regulations pose a serious headache for service providers looking to provide an all inclusive service, due to the way that tax state calculations are determined across different states. But it would seem that had Google wanted to find a solution, they could have.
It is still possible for Google Fiber subscribers to make use of Voip services by purchasing of a MagicJack or Ooma and registering for their own low cost service, however, this solution could prove problematic for certain customers, as Dave Greenbaum of GigaOM points out.
But this solution is far from the best option for the majority of consumers, as GigaOM's David Greenbaum points out: "Many people still use alarm or fax systems that need a landline, and although both can be done over the internet, it is an additional hassle to switch".
It seems clear that Google could have resolved this issue if they had so wished, but decided against it - obviously believing that a lack of voice service will not have a detrimental effect on the service's popularity. Whether they will end up regretting this decision, only time will tell.
But even if they have made a mistake and under-estimated the demand for an inclusive Voip service, you can guarantee that they will put it right next time. And in the mean time, when looking for a reputable provider offering high quality service and support, choose a company that cares, with a proven track record.
Google Fiber has just been released as a test market in Kansas city, where the service has been hugely well received. Fiber offers unrivaled downloading speeds and capabilities, with speeds of roughly three times that of standard broadband connections.
It seems that the main reason for the decision is to do with the difficulties of combining voice and data into a single connection - as would be required in order to transmit the Voip signal - along with the problems surrounding the different communication legislation's across various states.
The regulations pose a serious headache for service providers looking to provide an all inclusive service, due to the way that tax state calculations are determined across different states. But it would seem that had Google wanted to find a solution, they could have.
It is still possible for Google Fiber subscribers to make use of Voip services by purchasing of a MagicJack or Ooma and registering for their own low cost service, however, this solution could prove problematic for certain customers, as Dave Greenbaum of GigaOM points out.
But this solution is far from the best option for the majority of consumers, as GigaOM's David Greenbaum points out: "Many people still use alarm or fax systems that need a landline, and although both can be done over the internet, it is an additional hassle to switch".
It seems clear that Google could have resolved this issue if they had so wished, but decided against it - obviously believing that a lack of voice service will not have a detrimental effect on the service's popularity. Whether they will end up regretting this decision, only time will tell.
But even if they have made a mistake and under-estimated the demand for an inclusive Voip service, you can guarantee that they will put it right next time. And in the mean time, when looking for a reputable provider offering high quality service and support, choose a company that cares, with a proven track record.
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Saul Saresi writes regularly about Voip systems and technology for his website which can be found here business voip previous examples of his research and writing can be found here business phone
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