
What is a cloud-based phone system?
A cloud-based phone system, otherwise known as Voice over Internet Protocol (or VoIP), uses the internet to make phone calls rather than the traditional physical phone lines. This means that as long as you have an internet connection, you can use the same phone number just as you would in the office.

4 Reasons A Reliable Phone System Is Essential For Remote Working
If you still haven't upgraded your outdated phones since lockdown, you need to read our top 4 reasons why a reliable phone system is essential for remote working (especially as it’s likely we’re all be working from home for a while yet).

What is SIP Trunking
Our telecommunication experts have years of experience in installing affordable SIP Trunks for businesses working across various sectors in the South, both small and large. But before you are willing to consider this business phone system you might be asking yourself “just exactly what is SIP trunking?" In this article, we explain what this system is and what it could mean for your telecommunication needs.

What is the best business phone system?
If you’re a business in Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire and you are currently planning to be in the market for a business phone system in 2020, there are several questions you need to consider first to ensure you get the solution that best fits your needs.

Why a cloud-based phone system is essential for remote working
Did you get caught out by your old phone system during lockdown? Did you struggle to keep communication flowing between both colleagues and clients? Then make the switch to a cloud-based phone system and not only enjoy flawless communication from anywhere but a whole host of other great features too!

3 tips for choosing the best business mobiles
From getting the very best deal to ensuring your data is secure, there are many things you need to consider when looking for business mobiles. At Town & Country, the South’s leading communications expert, our friendly team share their top 3 tips for things you need to think about before committing to a mobile provider.

Taking part in Forest Holme's "Tie A Yellow Ribbon" event
We are displaying yellow ribbons in support of Forest Holme Hospice Charity's "Tie A Yellow Ribbon" annual event.

How did your phone system cope with lock down?
When the government announced the country would be going into lockdown to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, many businesses with outdated technology struggled to cope.
From troubles with accessing files to having the right software, perhaps the most challenging of all was how to ensure customers could still contact them while away from the office.

Debunking theories linking 5G to Covid-19
In early April, there was a surge in online conspiracy theories that directly blamed the rise of 5G technology for the Covid-19 pandemic. They became so prevalent that Michael Gove directly addressed them during a coronavirus briefing, branding them “dangerous nonsense”.

Cloud, On-premise & Hosted PBX – What’s the difference?
A PBX (Private Branch Exchange) provides a line through which others can contact your business phone system. It also allows calls to be transferred within the company using extensions. There are several different variations of PBX – Cloud, on-premise, and hosted. We run through the options and their benefits.

6 Tips For Protecting Your Work Computer
Hackers are forever inventing new ways to gain access to our important files and data, so it’s never been so important to know how to protect your computer from outside threats. Our IT experts share 6 top tips for how you can safeguard yours.

Why mobile phone fraud and overspending alerts are crucial
In a recent article, we discussed the dangers of unknowingly connecting to mobile satellites when travelling by air or sea. So, we wanted to go into more detail about alert systems that let you know when any unusual activity is detected to help keep your business mobile safe from potentially massive overspending.

The benefits of switching your business phones to VoIP
Switching your business phones to voice over internet protocol, or the more palatable VoIP, has many fantastic benefits, from increased flexibility and features to saving you money. Read on to find out more.