Get started
Login Support Resources Features Download
(800) 799-0600 SALES / (800) 285-7995 SUPPORT
left arrow icon Back to glossary
VoIP Network

What is a Network Packet?

A packet is a unit of data that is sent over the internet to be translated by another device.

It functions like a manila envelope sent through the mail. It contains who sent it, where it’s going, and then has contents inside.

In this case, the contents would be the data that is sent inside the packet, to be read by the destination systems.

Related reading:

See why 100,000 companies trust Nextiva for VoIP service.

Steve Wozniak

I'm a big fan of companies like Nextiva.

Steve Wozniak
Co-Founder of Apple

By clicking the button, you agree to the Nextiva's Terms & Conditions.

Close Icon
XBert Hate filling out forms?
Just talk to a real human.
Chat now
Chris Brencans, CMO

"Nextiva puts all my customer data in one place. I can view account history, notes and documents from one screen. Nextiva takes the guesswork out of customer relationships."

Chris Brencans, CMO
On The Map Marketing
We'd like to know you better so we can serve you better.

We'll give you an intro to the perfect solution that fits your business. Get started on your journey to fearless growth.

By providing information in this form, you agree to Nextiva's Privacy Policy

Close icon
Use fewer apps, get more done.

Download the NextivaONE app.

Windows (desktop)

Mac (desktop)

download-for-mac-svg