SoftJoys Labs Announces H.323-Compliant Voice Software Solution

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SoftJoys Labs has unveiled a new solution in H.323-compatible voice software, addressing a wide range of users including corporate, service providers, and small office/home office (SOHO) applications. The innovative PC Client software provides real-time, two-way communications with another H.323 Terminal and Gateway, enabling users to place calls over the Internet or through a gateway to/from the public switched telephone network (PSTN). This cutting-edge technology allows users to build and customize mixed telephone networks, combining traditional switch and packet technologies.

Key Takeaways:

  • SoftJoys Labs' PC Client software is an "ITU-T H.323 Terminal" that offers real-time, two-way communications with another H.323 Terminal and Gateway.
  • The software supports both standard audio devices and Internet PhoneJACK, with current audio codecs including G.711, G.723.1, and G.729.
  • A special feature of the PC Client is lost packets recovery, which is particularly useful for wireless applications.
  • H.323 Gatekeeper is also available from SoftJoys Labs.
  • The company's software is based on its own implementation of the ITU-T H.323 version 2 protocol set.
  • SoftJoys Labs' software runs on Windows 98/NT/2000 and is interoperable with CISCO 26xx/36xx/53xx gateways and Microsoft NetMeeting.
  • The company, founded in 1999, employs 25 people, including 18 engineers worldwide.
  • SoftJoys Labs has a notable customer base, including leading names in the telephony and communications markets.
  • The company will showcase its product at Atlanta VON 2000, Booth No. 250, from September 12-14, 2000.

Statistics:

  • SoftJoys Labs' PC Client software offers real-time, two-way communications with another H.323 Terminal and Gateway.
  • The software supports 3 current audio codecs: G.711, G.723.1, and G.729.
  • The company's H.323 Gatekeeper is also available for users.
  • SoftJoys Labs' software runs on 3 operating systems: Windows 98, Windows NT, and Windows 2000.
  • The company has 25 employees, including 18 engineers worldwide.

Sources:

  • BUSINESS WIRE

"SoftJoys Labs Announces ITU-T H.323 Terminal for Corporate and Service Provider Markets" August 29, 2000.