October 23rd, 2008 by Robin Green

A great alternative for your learning management system communication is device-based VoIP providers. As with hardware-based VoIP providers, learning management system users can use their normal phone. A few VoIP devices available are PhoneGnome, Ooma, and MagicJack. 

PhoneGnome was one of the first device-based providers. One convenient PhoneGnome plan is the “PhoneGnome for Business,” which provides a “virtual receptionist” to its users. Using this system, calls are answered and directed professionally and efficiently to any person, anywhere in the world. Ooma is a more expensive version of PhoneGnome, with some additional benefits. You buy the Ooma device once, and never pay again for the service. MagicJack is relatively cheap, but requires a small annual fee.