Key Systems

Key systems are a type of telecommunications equipment that involves telephone sets numbering anywhere from two to the thousands being connected to one central unit. Key systems are recommended for any organization that has special telephone equipment needs; this might include multiple lines running to desks, screening of calls, paging, and other similar functions. The central processing unit in a key system can range from a simple telephone that can handle 6 lines to a powerful, full-featured unit that can handle hundreds of lines and many optional functions. Some key systems are designed to handle email and fax needs as well as telephone usage.

Installing a key system involves not only the purchase of the actual telephone equipment, which is usually relatively inexpensive, but the installation process itself which may require professional services that can cost more. Some vendors will offer specialized services to help you in selecting the right equipment and network setup for your key system. Therefore, it is important to select a vendor carefully, and it is essential to factor in installation costs to the budget allotted for the key system.

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