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What is an SBC in VoIP and why is it important for VoIP communications? - ubiqcom - 05-22-2025 An SBC (Session Border Controller) is a critical network element used in VoIP (Voice over IP) systems to manage and protect IP communications sessions, especially those involving SIP (Session Initiation Protocol).   What does an SBC do? An SBC typically sits at the border between different networks, such as between an enterprise VoIP network and a service provider's SIP trunk. It performs several key functions: Security: Protects against VoIP-specific threats like DoS/DDoS attacks, call hijacking, and toll fraud. Hides internal network topology (Topology Hiding). Interoperability: Translates between different signaling protocols or codec mismatches between networks (SIP normalization). Resolves NAT (Network Address Translation) issues. Quality of Service (QoS): Monitors and ensures good call quality using media policing and prioritization. Supports call admission control and traffic shaping. Call Management & Control: Provides features like call routing, load balancing, and media anchoring. Facilitates lawful call recording and analytics. Why is it important? Without an SBC VoIP networks can be vulnerable to various types of security breaches and quality degradation. SBCs also simplify the integration between different systems, especially in multi-vendor or hybrid VoIP deployments. For service providers and enterprises alike, an SBC is crucial for maintaining a secure, high-quality, and compliant VoIP service.