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voice mail box (VMB)

Voice mail boxes (VMB) are among the network operators ' value-added services for voice-oriented applications. A voice mailbox is a voice storage device that provides access options via the analogtelephone network, ISDN or mobile communications networks.

The function of a voicebox is similar to that of an answering machine, with the difference that the subscriber does not have his or her own device; instead, the functionality is provided to him or her by the network operator or service provider. A voice mailbox makes it possible to leave a spoken message for a subscriber who cannot be reached. If the subscriber is not reachable, the voicebox accepts the calls, the incoming messages( ICM). The messages are stored centrally by the service provider. They can then be retrieved as outgoing messages (OGM) from any telephone line by dialing a specific number and entering an identification number. The ID number is used to protect against unauthorized interception of the messages.

The voice messages are announced by the service provider with the date and time and, in the case of call number transmission, with the caller's telephone number. The service provider offers a direct callback to the specified call number.

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Englisch: voice mail box - VMB
Updated at: 16.01.2013
#Words: 195
Links: network, mailbox (MBX), vertical interconnect access (PCB) (via), integrated services digital network (ISDN), mobile communications
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