What Is Skype Phone Service?
Years ago, it may have been odd to make calls through your computer. These days, it is fairly common and oftentimes more affordable to do so. The Skype phone service is just one way to accomplish this.
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Definition
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The Skype phone service is a software application that can be downloaded to your computer or hand-held device (such as iPods and iPads). The application allows you to make and receive phone calls through your computer by using a voice over IP (Internet protocol) connection. Essentially, you use your Internet service like a telephone modem and Skype acts as your telephone service provider.
Features
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With Skype phone service, you can make and receive calls from landline phones, cell phones, and others using Skype or similar voice over IP services. Some other features included with the Skype service include free instant messaging, video calling and Skype-to-Skype calls. Like similar telephone service providers, you can pay a monthly fee to use Skype, or you can use its "Pay as You Go" plan to pay only when you want to make a call.
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Benefits
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By switching from a telephone service provider to the Skype phone service, you may save money. Many telephone service providers are costly for consumers who have needs beyond the norm. For example, Skype offers an "Unlimited World" plan that allows you to make calls to more than 40 countries worldwide. Another benefit beyond saving money is the ease of using Skype. You only need a computer and an Internet connection to be able to use Skype, and there are even applications you can download for mobile devices to make Skype calls through your iPod or cell phone. Skype also offers video calls, something that can be beneficial for everyday consumers as well as businesspeople interested in conference-calling capabilities.
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