Subj : Re: Running a BBS
To   : CHRISTIAN SCHMIDT
From : Mike Powell
Date : Mon Jun 08 2026 10:52:48

>  MP> There are apparently a few "direct" VOIP providers, who offer a wider
>  MP> range of protocols, that some BBSers have had luck with.  I have been
>  MP> considering an eventual switch myself.

> It is essential to ensure that the G.711 protocol is used throughout the entir
> path between the mailbox and the user, as it is the only one that operates
> without data loss. However, packet loss remains a problem, especially for
> connections faster than 9600 bps.

> There is an even better transmission protocol specifically for modems, but I
> haven't found a provider that supports the G.150.1 protocol, and both ends
> would need to support it.

Thanks for that information.  It is very useful!


 * SLMR 2.1a * Adolescence - the time between puberty and adultery.
--- SBBSecho 3.28-Linux
 * Origin: Capitol City Online (954:895/54)

.