Internet Phone Calls

  
Ever since the Internet entered our lives, there have been tremendous changes in the way in which we communicate. For one thing, we use e-mail communication to instantaneously get our messages to others across the globe, no matter which part of the world they happen to be in. And for another, we do a whole lot more on the Internet than we ever imagined possible. But if you stopped to think about it, the Internet essentially hinges on what once was a different kind of communication. This is nothing but the plain and simple telephone call. What used to transmit voice calls over wires now transmits data information over the same thing. Slowly but steadily the wires too are disappearing to give rise to what has come to be known as internet phone calls.

Internet phone calls became popular because of several reasons. Chief among them is the low cost associated with internet phone calls. When the service of Internet phone calls first appeared, people looked at it a little skeptically. At that point in time broadband still had to make an appearance and the existing data itself was transmitted rather slowly. So how exactly could Internet phone calls be implemented? But the fact remained that Internet phone calls were implemented. Sure they were slow and unreliable, but a beginning had been made. And it was the follow through spirit of some of the Internet phone call pioneers that has improved the service by leaps and bounds.
 

Today, when we talk about Internet Phone calls, we can easily connect through a variety of media. There is the dependable and reliable method of contact through instant chat applications like the MSN Messenger and Yahoo Messenger. Of course these are limited in nature in the sense that they allow for computer to computer call or in some cases a computer to a mobile phone call. But in order to be a true Internet phone calls service, they still need to be able to connect with landlines.

There are also other paid for Internet Phone calls like net to call and the like which charge users a nominal fee to give them access to a high bandwidth channel over the internet to make and receive calls. This is a technology that is known as voice over internet protocol (VOIP) and it is already well entrenched in several countries of the world. Of course, in keeping with the bureaucratic restrictions that have enriched a lot more economies, some of the developing countries still don’t allow for Internet phone calls. But the sooner that changes, the better it will be for all of us.

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The Internet Protocol (IP) was originally designed for data networking. The success of IP in becoming a world standard for data networking has led to its adaption to voice networking.

If you've never heard of VoIP, get ready to change the way you think about long-distance phone calls. VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol, is a method for taking analog audio signals, like the kind you hear when you talk on the phone, and turning them into digital data that can be transmitted over the Internet.

How is this useful? VoIP can turn a standard Internet connection into a way to place free phone calls. The practical upshot of this is that by using some of the free VoIP software that is available to make Internet phone calls, you're bypassing the phone company (and its charges) entirely.

VoIP is a revolutionary technology that has the potential to completely rework the world's phone systems. VoIP providers like Vonage have already been around for a while and are growing steadily. Major carriers like AT&T are already setting up VoIP calling plans in several markets around the United States, and the FCC is looking seriously at the potential ramifications of VoIP service.

Above all else, VoIP is basically a clever "reinvention of the wheel." In this article, we'll explore the principles behind VoIP, its applications and the potential of this emerging technology, which will more than likely one day replace the traditional phone system entirely.

The interesting thing about VoIP is that there is not just one way to place a call. There are three different "flavors" of VoIP service in common use today:

· ATA -- The simplest and most common way is through the use of a device called an ATA (analog telephone adaptor). The ATA allows you to connect a standard phone to your computer or your Internet connection for use with VoIP. The ATA is an analog-to-digital converter. It takes the analog signal from your traditional phone and converts it into digital data for transmission over the Internet. Providers like Vonage and AT&T CallVantage are bundling ATAs free with their service. You simply crack the ATA out of the box, plug the cable from your phone that would normally go in the wall socket into the ATA, and you're ready to make VoIP calls. Some ATAs may ship with additional software that is loaded onto the host computer to configure it; but in any case, it's a very straightforward setup.

· IP Phones -- These specialized phones look just like normal phones with a handset, cradle and buttons. But instead of having the standard RJ-11 phone connectors, IP phones have an RJ-45 Ethernet connector. IP phones connect directly to your router and have all the hardware and software necessary right onboard to handle the IP call. Wi-Fi phones allow subscribing callers to make VoIP calls from any Wi-Fi hot spot.

· Computer-to-computer -- This is certainly the easiest way to use VoIP. You don't even have to pay for long-distance calls. There are several companies offering free or very low-cost software that you can use for this type of VoIP. All you need is the software, a microphone,speakers, a sound card and an Internet connection, preferably a fast one like you would get through a cable or DSL modem. Except for your normal monthly ISP fee, there is usually no charge for computer-to-computer calls, no matter the distance.

If you're interested in trying VoIP, then you should check out some of the free VoIP software available on the Internet. You should be able to download and set it up in about three to five minutes. Get a friend to download the software, too, and you can start tinkering with VoIP to get a feel for how it works. Download Your VOIP Software ( Free ) by CLICKING: www.skype.com/download

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Value Added Services:

Most VoIP companies provide the features that normal phone companies charge extra for when they are added to your service plan. VoIP includes:

· Caller ID

· Call waiting

· Call transfer

· Repeat dial

· Return call

· Three-way calling

There are also advanced call-filtering options available from some carriers. These features use caller ID information to allow you make a choice about how calls from a particular number are handled. You can:

· Forward the call to a particular number

· Send the call directly to voice mail

· Give the caller a busy signal

· Play a "not-in-service" message

· Send the caller to a funny rejection hotline

With many VoIP services, you can also check voice mail via the Web or attach messages to an e-mail that is sent to your computer or handheld. Not all VoIP services offer all of the features above. Prices and services vary, so if you're interested, it's best to do a little shopping.

Now that we've looked at VoIP in a general sense, let's look more closely at the components that make the system work. To understand how VoIP really works and why it's an improvement over the traditional phone system, it helps to first understand how a traditional phone system works.