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What are TDM PBX, Hybrid PBX, and IP PBX? | Part 4
Welcome the fourth segment of our VoIP series. In this blog, we will explain what TDM PBX, Hybrid PBX, and IP PBX are. Most people have no idea what these acronyms mean, how they relate to choosing a phone system, or why they’re important. TDM (Time Division...

6 Features of Hosted VoIP to Enhance Your Mobility
VoIP is particularly essential for businesses and employees on the go – the mobility solutions provided by hosted VoIP simply cannot be matched by older phone systems. In an article from Voxilla, a website dedicated to providing information about new technologies, the...

Happy Holidays from Activo!
Season’s greetings from the Activo team! We hope that everyone has the opportunity to spend the coming days with friends and family, and relax over the holidays. Holiday Giving At Activo, we think it’s important to give back during the holidays. In the spirit of the...

What are the Different VoIP System Features and Options? | Part 3
In the third installment of our VoIP series, we are providing guidance to help you understand the different types of VoIP systems and features. Previously in this series, we gave an overview of the benefits of VoIP, and discussed how to avoid potential VoIP missteps....

BICSI Releases Latest Standard for Electronic Safety and Security System Design and Implementation
BICSI is a professional association that provides information and education about the information technology systems (ITS) industry. ITS encompasses voice, data, and electronic safety, security and infrastructure, as well as audio and visual technologies. BICSI gives...

Activo Grows the Mo’s – Support Our Movember Campaign!
Activo employees across Canada participated in Movember this year, growing various styles of facial hair for the greater good. Movember occurs each year in November. It is a fun campaign to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues, particularly prostate...

What Does My Business Need to be Aware of with VoIP? | Part 2
In Part One, we discussed the main benefits of VoIP (Voice over IP) technology. This week we will cover a few tips for avoiding VoIP pitfalls. If you’re considering implementing a VoIP system, or already have a VoIP system and want to know what to watch out for, this...

Activo Announces Innovative Enterprise-Class Cloud Voice Solution
Activo is announcing our innovative new cloud VoIP solution, Activo Cloud Voice. Activo Cloud Voice is an enterprise-class cloud voice solution. With a unique blend of hosted and on-premise equipment, Activo Cloud Voice is a highly available and scalable system with...
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Understand the IEEE 802.11ac Wi-Fi Standard and Prepare for the Future of WLAN [Whitepaper]
As we’ve discussed previously, IEEE 802.11ac is the new wireless LAN standard. It will allow for faster Wi-Fi connectivity, an essential feature in light of the growing trend of widespread tablet and smartphone usage (the “Bring Your Own Device” trend). Many new...

Should My Business Switch to VoIP? | Part 1
Part One of our VoIP discussion assesses 4 key benefits of VoIP. Although there are many extensive reasons why VoIP is advantageous for businesses of all sizes, the following factors are important initial considerations. 4 Reasons to Make the Switch 1. Lower Costs The...