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Do I still have to pay anything to my landline phone company if I switch to VOIP service with another company?

Like line maintenance fees, taxes, a discontinuation of service fee, etc? I can’t seem to get any straight answers for either company.

Answer by Ben
If you switch to VoIP, you can cancel your land-line telephone service. If you are under a term contract with your current telephone service provider, you may be charged an early termination fee to cancel before the contract term has been reached.

Note that you still require an Internet connection to use VoIP. If you are using DSL Internet (as opposed to cable or fiber internet), you will need to contact your Internet service provider to get a “dry” loop or “naked” DSL service setup, this is if you want to cancel your land-line service and keep your Internet service active (you may be charged extra per month for this privilege).

You do not need to cancel your land-line phone service though, you can operate both phone services in parallel. It is also advisable to have at least one other phone line (whether it be a land-line or cell phone) if you switch to VoIP because VoIP is relatively unreliable compared to a standard land-line and you cannot count on it working in emergencies or power outages for example.

VoIP companies do not charge line maintenance fees, system access fees, or any other such charges. They may charge a e911 regulatory service fee which covers the cost of providing 911 emergency services on your digital VoIP line (this is not optional and typically costs between – a month and is sometimes included).

You shouldn’t be taxed extra for your VoIP line like some land-line services are, but your bill may include any standard sales tax if applicable.

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making free voip calls to landline?

Im looking to for a way (program) to make free voip calls to a landline number. skype used to give you one free call per account but they dont do that any more.

Answer by Vic
You can visit this site it has lots of great information on free calls

http://voipsms.blogspot.com

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which VOIP provider gives unlimited call to malaysia mobile or landline?

which VOIP provider gives unlimited call to malaysia mobile or landline?
and which is best cheapest call rate VOIP provider in india puticulerly chennai(call rates for not only malaysia all counties)thank you for your responce..

Answer by Vic
You can visit this site it has lots of great information on free calls

http://voipsms.blogspot.com

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How to make a call using the computer on a standard land-line without using any VoIP software?

I would like to make calls using the computer’s microphone and speakers without any VoIP software.
i already have a cable connecting my PC voice-modem to the land-line
Thanks =)

Answer by expansionsw
You can’t.

Good luck

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Can I use my laptop with Verizon Wireless USB modem + Voice Wing VoIP service without owning a landline?

I would like to purchase a 2 yr contract for Verizon National Broadband access for my laptop using their USB wireless modem/card and would like to be able to make mobile phone calls using their VoIP service, Voice Wing by Verizon Wireless. Is there anything especially in terms of the consent of Verizon that would prevent my doing this?

Answer by neomation2001
Sure you can.. But don’t forget about the fun new Bluetooth option you have as well. Check into Verizon Bluetooth!

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When did the landline telephone and VoIP appear?

Can anyone tell me the time that the first landline telephone and VoIP appeared?

Answer by joe r
1875 telephone invented

1877 first long distance lines installed

1915 first coast to coast long distance call

1947 plan devised for cellular telephones

1951 first transcontenental direct dial long distance call

1973 first cellular telephone call

1979 first commercial cell phone service (in tokyo)

1984 first cell phones commercially available motorola dynatac 8000x

1991 2G cellular GSM technology launched

1995 first commercial internet phone software released

1997 first soft switch

1999 SIP created

1999 3g cellular launched

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Do you know any way for free voip calling to Brazil (landline)?

I would like to be able to call to Brazil (phone to phone or pc to phone) from Greece for free..Skype, Jajah, JustVoip and Voipbuster all need credit..Is there a free way?

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Make free calls to mobile or land-line phones from computer for free?

Are there any programs or websites out there that allow completely free VoIP calls? No monthly or pay as you go fees? No sign up fees? Just free calling? I know its probably a dream too good to be true – just wondering if I could get lucky.

Thank you in advance for you help!

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I need some voip site or some program, to call IRAQ landline FREE or very cheap,from norway).do u know someone?

do you have a good answer ??? !!

thanks

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Can I set up a US phone number that will forward (through an internet VOIP service) to a Swiss landline?

I know I can use Skype to call US numbers from Switzerland, but I want my friends in the US to be able to call me easily, by simply calling my Google Voice number, which I could forward to something like Rebtel. But Rebtel doesn’t offer a flat monthly rate, which I’d prefer so that I don’t have to worry about keeping track of incoming call minutes.

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So, how do you get internet access if you don’t have a landline telephone?

I have cable right now but I live with my folks. I am moving out next month and have no clue how to connect my desktop to the internet. I have a VoIP phone and prefer it that way so am not planning on getting a landline phone at all. Any suggestions as I am technologically challenged?

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If I connect a Cisco IP Phone 7940, to my home at&t landline (not IP) will it be able to make/ receive calls?

I have the IP phone, but I do not have voIP at home, I have the landline service through at&t.

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How does Skype call out compare to landline, internet triple play, or other VOIP for international calls?

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Ready to Ditch the Landline? Here’s How

Ready to Ditch the Landline? Here’s How
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I have been thinking long and hard about ATT VOIP phone line replacing landline?

What has been your experience and what phone would you recommend? I run a rated 12 mbps over the internet.

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More opt for landline alternatives

More opt for landline alternatives
VoIP systems available through company websites and mainstream retailers

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Call The World For Free: Low-Cost International Phone Calls From Your Computer To Any Mobile Or Landline

Call The World For Free: Low-Cost International Phone Calls From Your Computer To Any Mobile Or Landline
Do you want to make international calls at the lowest rates possible? If you didn’t know, there are many Internet services that allow you to make low-cost phone calls to any mobile or landline phone on the planet using only your computer, your mobile phone or even a traditional telephone set. In this MasterNewMedia guide you will find all of the best services that can help you make free or …

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Hit the road, landline

Hit the road, landline
You can ditch your traditional phone provider – and its higher monthly bill – and dial up a cheaper Internet-based service.

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Landline telephone service option other than AT&T/SWB it cant be a voip line. Are there any other options?

It has to be available in Missouri

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How can I use my computer as a landline telephone?

My office desk is starting to get really cluttered, and I really don’t have much use for my PCI modem, anymore. I was wondering if I could use the computer as a household telephone by using a headset speaker and microphone. I’m not referring to VOIP services such as Skype, but an actual landline telephone.

Is there any software available that can do this, and includes caller ID as well?