Definition
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is the technology that delivers voice calls over the internet rather than traditional phone lines, enabling flexible, software-driven calling.
Why it matters
VoIP underpins modern cloud calling and lets voice AI platforms place calls globally without traditional phone hardware.
Frequently asked questions
What is VoIP?
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is the technology that delivers voice calls over the internet rather than traditional phone lines, enabling flexible, software-driven calling.
Why does VoIP matter for AI voice agents?
VoIP underpins modern cloud calling and lets voice AI platforms place calls globally without traditional phone hardware.
How is VoIP used in AI phone call automation?
In AI phone call automation, VoIP is part of the Telephony foundation. VoIP underpins modern cloud calling and lets voice AI platforms place calls globally without traditional phone hardware. It connects closely to related concepts like Telephony, SIP, WebRTC, which together shape how a voice agent understands callers and completes real tasks such as booking appointments and qualifying leads.
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