Everything VOIP

VOIP calling is easy:

To save money using VOIP is easy. You only need an Internet connection and a computer. There are a host of VIOP providers to get you on your way. Sign up with one to start saving on long-distance and international calling.

Search for a VOIP provider:

Search for Internet phone providers using the form below. You will be able to find cheap calling options.

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Find a VOIP service:

If you want to use you Internet connection to make cheap calls you can check out any of these providers:
Vonage, Packet8, JoiPhone, Lingo, IConnectHere, ZingoTel, ATT, Verizon
For a complet list of providers: List of Providers

Using SIP Phones:

SIP is the most popular Voice over IP (VoIP) standard. SIP enables two or more people to make phone calls to each other using the Internet to carry the call. By using the Internet, you gain some distinct advantages over traditional telephone calls or PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network

Soft phones use SIP to make calls. You can call from one PC to another PC for free or from your PC to a regular phone for discounted rates. Here are some soft phone SIP options: Yahoo Messenger with Voice, Skype, AOL Instant Messenger. For a complete list of SIP softphones: List of softphones

VOIP Adapter:

Voip headsets are the most common way to use the service. Just plug the headset into you computer and use it with a softphone from above to make cheap calls.
NetGear's Wifi phone works with Skype, ZyXEL Prestige 2000W v.2 - wireless VoIP phone, Genius iUTalk - USB VoIP phone are just a few phones you can use with the VOIP service.
Complete list of adapters

How VOIP works:

This diagram shows how Internet calls work.

Overview of how VIOP works:

Disadvantages of VOIP calling:

. High initial cost: Sip hardphone are very costly this cost of a simple sip hardphone may be in range of USD 100 - 400.
. Generally requires internet access.
. If your Internet connection goes down, your phone won't work.
. Not as easy as a regular phone.

Tips and tricks:

. Some Internet phone plans are better for different things. Shop around.
. If you are traveling or move, take your Internet phone router with you. Your phone number goes with it.
. Businesses should sign up for an 800 number. They're cheap, and it makes you more accessible.
. Skype can connect through firewalls, which is a big plus.