What Is NetZero Voice?
NetZero Voice was a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone service offered by the low-cost Internet service provider NetZero. It was a competitor to Skype and offered unlimited computer-to-analog phone calls until service was discontinued in December of 2007.
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Features
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NetZero Voice used a computer-based client to make outgoing phone calls to landline and cellular phones.
Benefits
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With unlimited service priced at $14.95 per month, NetZero Voice offered a low-cost alternative to home phone service. As long as a computer had an Internet connection, NetZero Voice services were available.
Function
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VoIP services like NetZero Voice use data packets for Internet transmissions to connect to landline phones. Netzero voice accounts could also be connected to an existing phone number for incoming voice calls.
Competition
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With traditional home phone providers, Internet providers and cable TV providers all competing for VoIP customers, some carriers like NetZero succumbed to the stiff competition.
Types
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Netzero Voice service came in two packages: a $3.95 per month package that included 100 computer-to-phone calls and a $14.95 per month unlimited plan.
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