Gather your equipment: You’ll need a VoIP phone (either an IP phone or an adapter for a traditional phone), an Ethernet cable, and a power adapter if the device isn’t PoE-enabled. Then, connect the Ethernet cable from the phone to your router, power it on, and allow it to complete the startup process.

VoIP lets you make and get phone calls from anywhere you have internet—at the office, at home, on the road, or while traveling. It’s a great way to stay connected no matter where you work or go.

VoIP phones work best with a wired internet connection because it offers more reliable service and better call quality. However, many VoIP phones can also connect wirelessly, giving you more flexibility. These phones come in different types, each designed to fit your workspace needs and how you like to communicate.

VoIP doesn’t need a traditional phone line—it works through a broadband internet connection. Instead of sending your voice over physical wires like a landline, VoIP turns your voice into data and sends it online using a virtual phone line.

If you’re using a traditional landline phone plugged into a wall jack, you’ll need to switch to a VoIP-compatible phone or use a VoIP adapter. A VoIP adapter lets you connect your old phone to the internet so it can work with your new VoIP service.