Business Phone Tools Blog
The Business Phone Tools Blog is a listing our latest articles and up-dates. It is continuously updated and revised as many of the topics we cover are technology related and subject to constant change.
Telephone systems are one of the most poorly managed business assets. Millions of businesses both large and small have yet to recognize that even small changes in how they manage their phone systems can substantially increase sales. Furthermore, it's not uncommon that costs can also be reduced in the process.
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Business Phone Tools
Expert advice on selecting the best small business phone system. The phone is an indispensable business tool for communicating with customers, suppliers and partners. For small business there is no more important channel of communication.
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The Best DECT 6.0 Phones
DECT 6.0 phones are the new cordless phone standard. What is good about them and which are the best brands?
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Best Rated Cordless Phones - Cordless Phone Reviews
There is no confusion about which brands make the best rated cordless phones? It's between Panasonic and Uniden cordless telephones
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Call Accounting Software
Call accounting software was the original business phone tool. The focus was on cost control and automating the process of accounting for telephone expenses.
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Skype Free Download - How to Skype
A Skype free download is the key to accessing the Skype phone service. It's an alternative to traditional land line phone services offering the cheapest unlimited phone plans.
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Skype Phone Number - it's your local phone number
A Skype phone number or Online number is without doubt one of the most innovative products offered by Skype.
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Best Cordless Phones
A cheat sheet to selecting the best cordless phones. It's possibly a Panasonic or Uniden telephone, but what else do you need to know?
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Phone Recording Software - "You're being recorded"
Phone recording software is now as pervasive as CCTV surveillance cameras. Whether or not a legal disclaimer is played, it's prudent to assume that all business phone conversations are recorded.
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VoIP Phone Systems - What is VoIP and How Does VoIP Work?
Within a few years all business phone systems will be VoIP phone systems. What makes the technology so attractive? There's more to the explanation than cheap or even free phone calls.
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Uniden Cordless Phones - Interpreting Cordless Phone Reviews
Uniden cordless phones compete head to head with Panasonic cordless telephones. The best cordless phones in almost every niche are made by one or other of these two companies, where does Uniden excel?
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What is Bluetooth Technology? - It's at the Core of the Hottest Electronic Gadgets
What is Bluetooth technology? it's a common question because Bluetooth is embedded in almost all new high tech gadgets including the ultimate Bluetooth home phone.
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Cheap Home Phone Service - One of the Easiest Ways to Save Money
Switching to a cheap home phone service is an easy way to cut costs without pain. As a bonus, online phone companies generally provide a better service, but it pays to do your homework.
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Small Business Phone Service - Which is the Best Internet Phone Service?
The right small business phone service is a competitive weapon. It can not only reduce costs, but also overcome barriers to business communication and enhance the profile of a small business.
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WiFi Cell Phones - cutting the cost of mobility
WiFi cell phones can substantially reduce both domestic and small business phone bills. Voice over WiFi is destined to become as big as Voice over IP.
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The WiFi Cell Phone - it's take-off time for cell phones that transmit a WiFi signal
There's a WiFi cell phone in your future. We know because the cell phone carriers are panicking. They know that VoWiFi is a serious threat and want to hold back the tides to protect their revenue.
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Site Map: Business Phone Tools
The Business Phone Tools site map. A fast reference to the latest information on business phones.
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The Best Skype Router
Curiously there is no official Skype router. There is a Skype cell phone, Skype wireless phone and lots of Skype headphones, but no Skype routers. It's a curiosity because the router is potentially Skype's weakest link.
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Belkin Routers
Belkin routers are a safe option for anyone setting up their first WiFi network. Installation and setup is straighforward even for non-Nerds.
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Wireless N Router - the Best Skype Router
There is no reason not to upgrade to a wireless N router. They are a dramatic improvement on 802.11g access points and we fail to see any downside.
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Skype Video Conferencing
Skype video conferencing is one of the greatest bargains of all time. Skype to Skype video calls are free, but they are limited to 1 two 1 calls. What are the alternatives for small business and active social networkers?
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How to Video Conference - Skype Video Conferencing v. the Alternatives
Millions of Internet users are scrambling to learn how to video conference on the cheap. Countless video phone calls are made every day. The VoIP video phone is set to become ubiquitous.
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Best Alternative to Skype
The challenge in finding an alternative to Skype is to identify an option that our friends are also agreeable and able to use. That's because many of the options are also closed networks, but there is a solution.
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Hacking Skype in Five Easy Steps
A cheat sheet for hacking Skype in five easy steps. Grab a pizza and get ready for the ride ...
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Best Skype Fax Solution
There is a Skype fax solution, it is a third party product called PamFax. It is well integrated with Skype and has a comprehensive range of features.
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Skype Problems - Invest in the Best Possible Skype Router
Many Skype problems are a consequence of bandwidth issues. They are easily fixed by getting a new Skype router, WiFi range extender or even a cheap WiFi antenna.
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Skype for Windows Mobile - v2.5
Skype for Windows Mobile 2.5 is hot off the press. Featuring vastly improved sound quality.
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Skype for iPhone - The Ultimate Mobile Phone Tools Free Download
Skype for iPhone is the ultimate smartphone app. All smartphones and handhelds are now required to host Skype phone software. We have come to expect our mobile communication tools to give us access not only voice, but also video, presence, IM and file sharing. As a result, Skype has become the number one brand in free smartphone apps.
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Best Skype Telephones
The best Skype telephones are dual mode cordless phones. They compete with Uniden and Panasonic cordless telephones, but with the advantage of also being Skype phones.
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Skype Wireless Phone Review - Which is the Best Skype Phone?
We found the best Skype wireless phone. It's the Philips Skype phone, but depending on your budget there are some other contenders to consider.
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Skype Cell Phone - the Next Generation
Here comes a new generation of Skype cell phone. It's a real cell phone.
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Skype Cell Phone - what are the options?
The Skype cell phone has been a long time coming. In the meantime some interesting options have become available that may cause Skype to reconsider its strategy.
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How to Skype - making free calls
Anyone can learn how to Skype. To start making free Skype-to-Skype calls is a three step process.
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The Best Skype Headphones
There are premium, middle and budget Skype headphones. Beware of the cheap options!
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Skype for Windows Mobile
Skype for Windows Mobile is one of the more heavily downloaded Skype Tools, but it took a long time coming and there are now some excellent third party options.
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The Best Skype Phone Adapter
A Skype phone adapter is an essential piece of equipment required by anyone who intends to use Skype as a serious alternative to a traditional fixed line phone service.
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Do Skype Cell Phones Make Sense?
Many people are confused by the topic of Skype cell phones. It's probably because there are so many different ways of using cell phones with Skype.
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Belkin Skype Phone: pros - cons and alternatives
The Belkin Skype phone targets a rapidly growing niche. It is well executed up to a point, but has some odd limitations.
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GE Skype Phone
The GE Skype phone is possibly the best Skype phone available, but it's not without an imperfection.
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The Best Skype Phone
Which is the best Skype phone? It's key to ditching the phone company and eliminating long term contractual commitments.
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Skype Conference Call - Free
The ultimate free deal, a Skype conference call. Up to 24 people in one call!
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Free Skype Credit
Where to get free Skype credit and have a free home phone service.
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Free Home Phone Service - Fact or Fiction?
We've found the closest thing to a free home phone service. It's a bargain that has already been discovered by tens of millions of users all round the world.
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Skype Phone Service - Skype Phone Number
There is no longer any doubt that the Skype phone service is a threat to the landline phone companies. Skype users no longer require headsets or even a computer to make cheap or even free phone calls.
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Skype Phone Service - watch this space
The Skype phone service is emerging as a serious alternative phone system that can be relied upon by small business users. In fact over 25 percent of the 370 million Skype users are from the small business segment.
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Online Phone Numbers - The Landline or Cell Phone Number Alternative
Online phone numbers are a solution to a host of issues that affect nearly everyone. They are a perfect response to the challenges of staying in contact with family, friends and colleagues, but they are more than just a cheap toll free phone number.
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Skype Phone Software - have you got your online phone number yet?
Skype phone software is a free download. There are now tens of millions of users exploring features including personal online numbers, conference calling and video conferencing.
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Skype Online Number Toll Free? - The Best Feature of the Skype Phone Service
Friends, relatives, colleagues ... can call your Skype online number toll free if you have a Skype phone number. It's one of the best features of the Skype phone service. They are just like a regular phone number.
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SkypeIn Number a.k.a Skype Phone Number FAQ
A Skypein number is also known as an Online number or Skype phone number. It's a personal online number that can be used instead of a landline phone number.
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Skype Numbers - Online Phone Numbers
Skype numbers are probably the best feature of the Skype phone service. They are online phone numbers that can be called toll free from a landline or cell phone.
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How Does Skype Work - Skype Numbers?
How does Skype work and how can I get an online phone number? If you're looking for a cheap home phone service the answers to these questions can save you a bundle.
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