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What is VOIP?


WHAT IS VOIP | VOIP Overview | What is VOIP? | Advantages and Disadvantages of VOIP |

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VOIP PROVIDERS | Comparison of Free VOIP Providers | Comparison of Paid VOIP Providers | Combining VOIP and Web-Conferecing |


VOIP stands for Voice Over Internet Protocol, which is a way for people to make inexpensive voice calls via the internet. Calls can be made using your PC, PDA, a special VOIP phone or by attaching VOIP adapters to your existing phones. All-in-on wireless VOIP routers and adapters are now small enough to carry around, allowing ESL tutors to conduct trainning on-the-fly.

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Most free VOIP providers are simple to set up and use. Start by going through our recommended free VOIP software provider review. Once you pick a program, that meets your needs, simply download the software. Once downloaded these software will automatically configure themselves work on your system. All that is needed is a microphone headset which you can readily buy from any electronic store.


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