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Faxes are a quicker way of transmitting important documents to the people who need them. Learn about fax innovations like FoIP and faxing over e-mail in this section of HowStuffWorks and find out how fax machines can help create a mobile office (and make your job easier).

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How Fax Machines Work

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Learn all about fax machines and how they transmit information. Choose which desktop fax is best for you with additional reviews and buying guides. See more »

History of the Fax Machine

History of the Fax Machine

The fax machine, a cornerstone of modern business, has a long and interesting history of development. Learn more about fax machines in this article.

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How Broadcast Fax Works

How Broadcast Fax Works

Broadcast fax allows users to send faxes simultaneously to many recipients. Find out how broadcast fax programs work.

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How can I receive faxes in my home office without paying for a fax machine and phone line?

How can I receive faxes in my home office without paying for a fax machine and phone line?

Paying for a fax machine and a phone line can be a major expense. But there are alternatives. Learn more in this article.

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How does faxing over e-mail work?

How does faxing over e-mail work?

Faxing over email is a popular and convenient trend for many fax users. Learn more about faxing over email in this article.

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How does faxing over the Internet work?

How does faxing over the Internet work?

Faxing over the internet has made it faster and easier to send and receive faxes. Check out this article for an explanation of how faxing over the internet works.

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How Fax Machines Work

How Fax Machines Work

Learn all about fax machines and how they transmit information. Choose which desktop fax is best for you with additional reviews and buying guides.

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How Fax Marketing Works

How Fax Marketing Works

Fax marketing may seem like an advertising tool of the past, but it is still practiced by many companies today. Learn more about fax marketing in this article.

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How FoIP Works

How FoIP Works

FoIP faxing is a method of sending faxes over the Internet. Learn about FoIP protocols and how FoIP allows older 3G fax machines to transfer over the Internet.

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How Internet Faxing Works

How Internet Faxing Works

With faxing over the Internet, you can send and receive faxes via e-mail. Learn how this technology works.

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How Mobile Printing Works

How Mobile Printing Works

Mobile printing allows people on the go to print documents wherever they choose. Learn about mobile printing and find out how a mobile printer works.

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