How to Use VoIM
VoIM--Voice over Instant Messaging--services have hit the Internet in a bit way over the last decade. Use the service to connect with friends or business clients using computer-to-computer or phone-to-computer contact. VoIM calls are free or cheap and allow you to communicate in a streamlined, efficient way.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Have a computer and high-speed Internet connection. VoIM, like VoIP, relies on a strong web connection to bridge the gap between the phone and the computer.
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Use your cell phone to call your friend at his PC. Use a mobile VoIM service like Vox or Skype to locate your friends wherever they are. Other VoIM clients such as MSN, Yahoo, AOL, gtalk and VoxLib offer Internet "phone calling" as well.
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Locate friends on their phones or computers using your instant messenger. Chat with audio, video and file sharing--and continue the conversation on the go from your cell phone or PDA.
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Make long distance or even international calls for little or no cost. Use VoIM to dial into your business client's IM service in Europe or down the street--the experience is the same regardless.
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Compare the various VoIM providers to see which one works best for you. You may already use MSN, Yahoo and AIM. Test the service to see for yourself how easy and inexpensive the VoIM experience is.
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Tips & Warnings
Make sure you have a microphone and/or a web cam connected to your computer to use VoIM service. You must also have a high-speed Internet connection for high quality calls.
Download ring tones, use voice mail, conference call and text chat using the VoIM service. Communicate in all these ways using one interface.
