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How do I Choose the Best SMS System?

G. Wiesen
G. Wiesen

As you consider a short message service (SMS) to use with your computer, mobile phone, or business, you should think about what you want to do with the service and how you want it to interface with programs or hardware you already use. An SMS system can be a helpful and effective way to quickly and easily communicate with other people, however, you should be sure you find a system that will run with the computer or phone you are using. You should also look for an SMS system that will give you the features you want, such as picture transmission, building friends lists, and bulk messaging.

An SMS system is a computer or phone program that allows you to send short messages through a wireless network or wired Internet connection to other people’s phones. This type of system is commonly used for text messaging, and can also allow pictures, sound files, and even short video clips to be sent to other users. As you look for the best SMS system for your uses, be sure to look for a program that will work with your computer or phone.

A person sending an SMS message.
A person sending an SMS message.

You should consider what operating system (OS) your computer uses, so you can find a program that will properly run on your computer. If you are looking for an SMS system that will work with your mobile phone, then find one that will work with the type of phone or phone service you have. Some mobile phone services do not support the use of an SMS system other than the one they provide.

An SMS system should also provide you with the features you want, so you can get all of the functionality you desire out of the program. For example, you should look for one that will allow you to build a friends list to easily store the numbers and information of people you commonly send messages to. You should also be sure that if you want to send things other than text, such as audio files or images, that you find a program that will allow you to use these features.

Some types of SMS systems also allow for bulk messaging, and if you are running a business then you may want this feature. Also called “text blasting,” bulk messaging allows you to quickly send a single message to numerous people on your friends or contacts list. For example, if you operate a business, you could allow clients to sign up for updates on sales or services, then send out one message to all of the people who have signed up in a single step.

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    • A person sending an SMS message.
      A person sending an SMS message.