Intermax Business Brief Q3 2025

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A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Hosted Voice Technology How did we get from candlestick phones to high-speed voice over the internet?  To better appreciate the future of communication, let’s take a quick trip to the past. Here’s how telephony evolved from wires and switchboards to fiber and hosted voice, and how it’s shaping the future of communication.  […]

Why Human Reasoning Still Matters: Critical Thinking in the Age of AI 

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Why Human Reasoning Still Matters: Critical Thinking in the Age of AI We live in a time of unprecedented access to information. Artificial Intelligence (AI), especially language models like ChatGPT, can summarize complex topics in seconds, generate insightful content, and even help us make sense of the world. But with this convenience comes a responsibility: […]

Customer Success Story: Riverbend Commerce Park 

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Local Voices. Real Experiences: Our Chat with Tag Jacklin, Riverbend Commerce Park Customer: Riverbend Commerce Park Industry: Real Estate Location: Post Falls, Idaho Services: Hosted Voice (VoIP), Fiber Internet, Fixed Wireless Internet (other locations) Customer Since: 2018 Connectivity is critical at Riverbend Commerce Park in Post Falls, Idaho. With over 600,000 square feet of leasable office and industrial space […]

A Brief History of Telephony

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A Brief History of Telephony Today, we carry powerful communication tools in our pockets, and it’s easy to take texting, video calls, voicemail for granted when we can access everything the internet has to offer right in the palm of our hands. All made possible by the modern marvel we call the telephone. But how […]

Over 20 Years of Trust: Why David T. Only Recommends Intermax 

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Over 20 Years of Trust: Why David T. Only Recommends Intermax When you’ve been with a company for over two decades, it says something, not just about loyalty, but about the kind of service that stands the test of time. That’s exactly the case with David T., a long-time Intermax customer who’s been with us […]

Customer Success Story: Valley Christian School

Intermax Customer Success Story

Customer Success Story: Valley Christian School in Spokane Empowering Education Through Modern Communication  Customer: Valley Christian School  Industry: Education  Location: Spokane Valley, Washington  Services: Hosted Voice  Customer Since: 2021    Overview  Valley Christian School is a dynamic and growing educational institution committed to serving students and families with excellence. As the school expanded, so did […]

Hosted Voice Glossary of Terms

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Hosted Voice Glossary of Terms by Intermax Whether you’re new to voice technology or just need a refresher, we’re here to help. We’ve compiled simple definitions for common terms used in VoIP, cloud communications, business phone systems, and more. From acronyms to industry jargon, you’ll find clear explanations designed to make voice services easier to […]

The MAX Bulletin – July 2025

Intermax Networks The MAX Bulletin, Monthly Newsletter

How Much Internet Do You Really Need? These days, the internet is as essential as electricity or water, especially in the Inland Northwest. Whether you’re streaming movies, managing remote work, supporting your family’s devices, or running a business, having the right internet speed is critical. At Intermax Networks, we believe in giving our customers internet […]

Must-Do Summer Activities in Northern Idaho & Eastern Washington 

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Must-Do Summer Activities in Northern Idaho & Eastern Washington Your 2025 Guide to Local Fun, Fresh Air, and Unforgettable Moments  Summer in the Inland Northwest is pure magic. From sparkling lakes and forested trails to small-town festivals and local eats, Northern Idaho and Eastern Washington are packed with ways to soak up the season. Whether […]

Hosted Voice for Small Businesses: Tailoring Communication Solutions to Your Needs 

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Hosted Voice for Small Businesses: Tailoring Communication Solutions to Your Needs In today’s fast-paced business world, small businesses need more than just a phone line—they need agile, scalable, and cost-effective communication solutions that can keep up with evolving demands. That’s where Hosted Voice comes in. Once only available to large enterprises, cloud-based phone systems now […]