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How does Call Waiting work?

Call Waiting allows you to be notified when someone is trying to call you while you are on the phone. Call Waiting sounds a “beep” when a second party is calling and allows you to alternate between the calls; almost like having a second phone line. And since VoIP includes Call Waiting Caller ID, the second caller’s phone number will be displayed on your compatible phone.

To switch between calls:

When a beep tone alerts you to a second call, press your Flash or Hook button
To switch to the original call, press your Flash or Hook button

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