Highspeed Internet Phone Service Calls are Real Cheap

Recent technology using the TV co axial cable for voice transmission has opened up a niche in the communication field. By enabling users to take advantage of their existing broadband connection to make and receive cheap phone calls, VOIP has become a real money saver for both residential and business customers alike.



Not surprisingly, the success of the VOIP technology has lead to a glut of new broadband providers, all competing for customers. The buyer reaps all the rewards of reduced costs and more features caused by this competitive market. Consumers looking for a broadband phone provider should go online and read reviews of the top providers, as well as compare prices and features.



Probably the biggest name in broadband providers is Vonage. With their massive and effective marketing blitz, many consumers mistakenly believe that Vonage is the only residential VOIP provider. There are broad band providers that are bigger and more costly and others smaller and less costly both offering more or less standard features. However, the relative ease of use of the service, as well as the friendly and efficient customer support staff, make Vonage a nice choice for those who are venturing into IP for the first time.


You don’t have to be computer savvy to have this system installed.
Knowledgeable computer users can connect to more basic services without all the features at a savings by using Skype, Viatalk or Magicjack. Basic services such as PC to PC calls are provided by Google Talk and Skype. This is commonly done using a headset or computer microphone and speakers, but it is also possible to purchase an adapter that allows users to use their existing cordless and corded phones.


SIP is actually a communications protocol (it stands for Session Initiation Protocol) rather than a service, and it is possible to use SIP enabled devices to communicate PC to PC for free. Cost savings and computer savvy are enough of a reward for setting up the more complicated SIP communication on the internet.


When searching for a broadband phone provider, it is important to know your budget and required features before talking with a high speed broadband provider about your telephony setup. To reduce your choices check the internet for pro and cons of the providers.