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How Do I know if Voip is Right for Me?
Voip used to be the sole domain of high-tech geeks and gadget freaks. Now, it's a part of mainstream culture. If you're wondering how voip will work for you, ask yourself these questions:
• Do I make frequent international or long distance phone calls for work or pleasure? If you answered yes, voip can save you money on your long distance while making it easier to telecommute from home or the road.
• How much do I want to spend on my monthly phone bill? Voip is usually a lot less than traditional phone service, up to 50% in some cases.
• Are premium calling features important to me? Voip services include more premium calling features than comparable calling plans with "regular" phone companies. Instead of viewing tools like Caller ID and Call Waiting as expensive add-ons, voip providers tend to roll them into their standard packages.
• Am I comfortable with occasional glitches or poor audio quality? No service is 100% all the time. Your call quality may occasionally suffer when network traffic is high, but for the most part, you can expect to save money and use your phone whenever you want.
• What alternative forms of communication can I use to access 911 if my power goes out or the broadband is unavailable? Cell phones and back-up landlines are the most common ways people connect if their voip phone is not working. Some customers are even required by their internet provider to have a basic landline active in order to get internet access.