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Hey all, not certain if this is the corrct area to post this in. I apologize in advance if it's not. I'm in search of recommendations for a couple of open source, or cost effective RoIP (Radio Over IP) solutions, something similiar to WAVE mobile communicator, which allows secure communications between mobile devices and two way radios. Examples: http://www.twistpair.com/ https://www.twistpair.com/index/communicators-mobile While I have found several mobile apps that offer can achieve this, they require a HAM license. The other RoiP solutions I've researched appear as though they might fill our needs and that's ok but I prefer hearing from someone in the Info Sec community who may have experience with any of the same. The other solution I seek is somethig similiar to voxxer or zello (2-way/PTT over mobile). However, because these apps do not offer end to end encryption, and privacy policies indicate that data transmitted over their servers is logged and kept on both sender and receiving mobile devices; they are of no use to my client. Additionally, Voxxer makes mention that they will hand over logs to gov't agencies that require the same. This we do not want. If anyone has any experience with any of this, (I do Not) and can point me in the right direction I'd be most greatful. Here is a link to nine different RoIP solutions I've found so far not counting Wave. http://www.voip-info.org/wiki/view/Radio Cheers!

Thank you gentlemen! I will proceed as suggested. Oh and as barry mentioned it's funny that Dr. Offices and Hospitals have the absolute worse security I've ever seen. Yes and they're ultra stingy. Also, don't think that your previous suggestion wasn't entertained. We have been on the verge of putting on our black hats for this one but..that's another story.

Well gentlemen, I thank you all for the input. Today's update is as follows. Client calls as they need Voip setup and comcast screwed something up, lulz. They want to settle with us to keep our support. However, they are only wanting to pay $1800.00 out of almost 3k. I know it's not a lot of $$ but to us poor guys that consult for a living it's a LOT. I talked it over with my partner and he is wanting full payment, no negotiation as they dicked around too long. I have to concur as I'm not one for free work. However, we do want to maintain their business. Sort of.. How do you guys suggest we proceed? I know I won't be going back without a document for them to fill out, even if it's for the work we will be performing on site that particular day. I'll have what we will be doing and our hrly rate, they will sign before and after? Thanks in advance for all your suggestions. It's saved me a TON of grief. Cheers!

Amazing! I didn't even consider "effective theft" and restocking fees. Yes, I do have all receipts for equipment purchased , one particular item (video card) was damaged and I lost $$ money on it as I was traveling and could not return it on time for a refund. Update: I spoke to my who handles the front line and he agreed to stop all support and stand with me in court if it comes down to it. He was just paid for three past invoices he sent to them yesterday. Still, we have not received the other two larger invoices. I know the client doesn't want to lose our support which is why they're nickel and diming us with paying for support calls such as setting VPN accounts etc. One question, they have made us sign W9s before releasing payment. Will that impact any of this? I wish I knew more about business law, thanks so much for all of your help. One thing is for sure, I will NEVER enter a business agreement w/out legal representation or paperwork completed first. This is outright ridiculous.

Thanks again for the great information. I do have every service performed for the business itemized on our invoices. I have all the receipts for equipment I purchased for the project. One of those devices is a backup drive which is used to do remote backups. I was thinking about repossesing it. The bit about my partner, I brought him in to help with the initial network implementation and take care of front line support. Now, being that they can use him to put out small fires and pay him separatley they don't feel pressured to pay the account they owe. That's what I meant about getting the shaft. He agreed not to go onsite unless they have a check cut out for us, but he still supports them over the phone. Which I strongly advised him not to do. Tricky. However, I am tremendously greatful for your input gentlemen. I will move on your advice. It's just what I needed.

Thanks for the responses, they've been a tremendous help guys. Some history: The last time I was on site, they were already late on payment. They didn't mention payment and neither did we. The time previous to that, I actually printed out two invoices in and wrote in the amount due. Showed it to the project manager at which he responded "cool, i'll have this processed tomorrow" Now, 2 weeks ago I received a check for 112.00. I called to inquire as there are 2 invoces pending which total almost around 3k. When I spoke to him on the telephone he gave a story about trying to pay per call. They in essence paid for a couple of trouble calls, but neglected the other invoices. I was told that they would be processed that week. As I was told 2 weeks prior. A couple of days ago they went down 100% (thanks comcast) and panicked. My partner calls me asking if I'll go onsite. I said I wouldn't even talk to them as I haven't recieved payment. He went ahead and talked to them mentioning that he would go on site if they cut a check. They said they would process payment this week. Same story. I wish we had these guys on contract. They thought it would be more cost effective for them not to do so. As it turns out they would have already satisfied over half of their bill including what they've already paid for previous services. I know we could destroy them in court but it's I dont know if I can afford attorney fees. Another question, if my business partner continues to support them thus fking me in the process, can I legally take action on him as well? These people were supposed to be friends. Funny how things get when $$ is involved. Thanks again for the advice.

Hi all, I'm not sure if this is the forum to post this in. Apologies in advance. So I have a client that is neglecting to pay services rendered. They owe a good sum of money as myself and a friend did a full network and server deployment and have provided hours of support. The client keeps asking us to support them and calls us for small issues but it's been over 4 months and they keep saying delaying payment. I just stopped supporting them , while my partner continues to support small issues. Here is my question. If you were in this position and had control of the VPN, Server etc, what would you do to even the playing field? I don't want to get lawyers involved. Thanks for the advice.

Hey guys, former member here but havent logged on in months and lost my account info. Glad to be back and i may add more later as time permits. Cheers!