The Myths of VoIP Internet Phone Service
Most of us by this time have heard of VoIP technology – Voice over Internet Protocol; the process by which telephone calls can be made or received over an Internet broadband connection. What started as an alternative for many businesses has quickly become technology that has also been embraced for residential phone service, as consumers came to understand the benefits this technology is able to provide them including reduced prices, better quality, and more extensive features.
There still remains, however, many myths associated with VoIP Internet phone service that have placed obstacles in the way of consumers that may otherwise be making the decision to make the switch. Some of these myths – and the realities in response – include:
Myth:
I’ll only be able to call those with VoIP Internet phone service.
Truth:
While there are some service providers and service plans that only allow customers to call others with similar service, the most comprehensive VoIP phone provider will provide service plans whereby customers with VoIP phone service can call anyone with a phone – traditional analog phone service included.
Myth:
Internet phone calls will sound different than my traditional phone service.
Truth:
You can expect the same high voice quality from Internet phone calls as you would traditional phone calls. You will still get a dial tone and will still hear the person on the other end clearly. There is no difference between VoIP and traditional phone lines in this respect.
Myth:
I’ll need a lot of equipment to make the switch.
Truth:
The only things you need for VoIP Internet phone service is a broadband Internet connection and a phone adaptor given to you by your VoIP phone provider; your standard phone plugs right into the adaptor.
VoIP Internet phone service offers new and exciting technology – as well as choices for residential phone service. Don’t let the myths stand in your way; call your VoIP Internet phone provider today.
November 8th, 2008 at 12:52 pm
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