Broadcom today released what it says is the first IP (Internet protocol) phone chip that incorporates Gigabit Ethernet switching. The chip, dubbed the BCM1103, also provides security and ...

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Office phones have come a long way in a relatively short period of time. And with the introduction of Internet Protocol phones, new features make those devices more akin to computers than simple phone ...